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Timing Drive Components: Installation

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    NOTE: Do not compress the ratchet assembly. This will damage the ratchet assembly.
    NOTE: LH shown, RH similar.
  1. Compress each tensioner plunger, using an edge of a vise.
    2. Fig 1: Compressing Tensioner Plunger
    GF0000411Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Using a small screwdriver or pick, push back and hold the ratchet mechanism
    3. Fig 2: Pushing Back And Holding Ratchet Mechanism
    GF0000412Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. While holding the ratchet mechanism, push the ratchet arm back into the tensioner housing.
    4. Fig 3: Compressing Tensioner Plunger
    GF0000413Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Install a suitable pin into the hole of each tensioner housing to hold the ratchet assembly and plunger in place during installation.
    • Remove the tensioner from the vise.
    5. Fig 4: Installing Paper Clip Into Tensioner Housing
    GF0000414Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. If the colored links are not visible, mark one link on one end and 2 links on the other end, and use as timing marks.
    6. Fig 5: Locating Timing Chain Marks
    G03885317Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Using the Crankshaft Holding Tool, position the crankshaft.
    7. Fig 6: Positioning Crankshaft With Special Tool (303-448)
    G03919963Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Install the crankshaft sprocket with the flange facing forward.
    8. Fig 7: Identifying Crankshaft Sprocket
    G03919967Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Install the LH primary timing chain guide and the 2 bolts.
    • Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
    9. Fig 8: Locating LH Primary Timing Chain Guide Bolts
    GF0000409Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. Position the camshaft sprocket timing marks as shown.
    10. Fig 9: Identifying Camshaft Sprocket Timing Marks
    GF0000415Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  10. Position the LH (inner) timing chain onto the crankshaft sprocket, aligning the one colored link on the timing chain with the slot on the crankshaft sprocket.
    11. Fig 10: Aligning Copper (Marked) Link With Timing Mark On Crankshaft Sprocket
    G03962459Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  11. Install the LH timing chain on the camshaft sprocket, aligning the 2 colored links with the timing mark on the sprocket.
    12. Fig 11: Aligning Timing Marks On Sprocket With Marked Chain Links
    G03906562Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  12. Install the LH primary timing chain tensioner arm.
    13. Fig 12: Locating LH Primary Timing Chain Tensioner Arm
    GF0000407Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  13. Install the LH primary timing chain tensioner and the 2 bolts.
    • Tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
    • Remove the pin from the tensioner.
    14. Fig 13: Locating LH Primary Timing Chain Tensioner Bolts
    GF0000406Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  14. Install the RH primary timing chain guide and the 2 bolts.
    • Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
    15. Fig 14: Locating RH Primary Timing Chain Guide Bolts
    GF0000405Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  15. Position the RH (outer) timing chain on the crankshaft sprocket, aligning the colored link with the timing marks on the sprocket.
    16. Fig 15: Aligning Copper (Marked) Link With Timing Mark On Crankshaft Sprocket
    G03948189Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  16. Install the RH timing chain on the camshaft sprocket, aligning the 2 colored links with the timing mark on the sprocket.
    17. Fig 16: Aligning Copper-Colored (Marked) Links With Camshaft Sprocket Timing Mark
    G03885328Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  17. Install the RH primary timing chain tensioner arm.
    18. Fig 17: Locating RH Primary Timing Chain Tensioner Arm
    GF0000403Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  18. Install the RH primary timing chain tensioner and the 2 bolts.
    • Tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
    • Remove the pin from the tensioner.
    19. Fig 18: Locating RH Primary Timing Chain Tensioner Bolts
    GF0000402Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  19. As a post-check, verify correct alignment of all timing marks. Make sure that the colored links are lined up with the marks on the crankshaft sprocket and the camshaft sprockets.
    20. Fig 19: Identifying Alignment Of All Timing Marks
    G03906021Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  20. Install the crankshaft washer.
    21. Fig 20: Locating Crankshaft Washer
    GF0046344Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  21. Install the crankshaft sensor ring.
    22. Fig 21: Locating Crankshaft Sensor Ring
    GF0000401Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  22. Install the engine front cover. For additional information, refer to Engine Front Cover .
  23. Install the camshaft roller followers. For additional information, refer to Valve Train Components - Exploded View  and Camshaft Roller Follower .
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