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Cylinder Block Cradle: Installation

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    NOTE: Failure to back off the set screws can result in damage to the cylinder block cradle.
  1. Back the set screws off until they are below the cylinder block cradle boss.
    2. Fig 1: Locating Cylinder Block Cradle Boss Screw
    GF0015089Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    NOTE: Do not use metal scrapers, wire brushes, power abrasive discs or other abrasive means to clean the sealing surfaces. These tools cause scratches and gouges which make leak paths. Use a plastic scraping tool to remove all traces of old sealant.
    NOTE: Gasket material as well as silicone sealant may be present in the cavities in the main bearing cap. This material must be removed completely prior to assembly.
  2. Clean the gasket mating surfaces, making sure all the sealant is removed from the cavities on the rear main bearing cap. To clean the sealing area, use silicone gasket remover and metal surface prep. Follow the directions on the packaging.
    3. Fig 2: Locating Sealant Position On Rear Main Bearing Cap
    GF0009365Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    NOTE: If not secured within 4 minutes, the sealant must be removed and the sealing area cleaned. To clean the sealing area, use silicone gasket remover and metal surface prep. Follow the directions on the packaging. Failure to follow this procedure can cause future oil leakage.
  3. Apply silicone in the 6 places shown.
    4. Fig 3: Locating Silicone Applying Area
    GF0009366Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Position a new gasket and the cylinder block cradle.
  5. Install the outer 20 bolts and 2 nuts finger-tight.
  6. Install the 2 cylinder block cradle rear Torx bolts finger-tight.
    7. Fig 4: Locating Rear Cylinder Block Cradle Bolts
    GF0015088Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Install the 2 bellhousing-to-cylinder block cradle bolts.
    • Tighten to 47 Nm (35 lb-ft).
  8. Tighten the outer 20 bolts and 2 nuts.
    • Tighten the nuts to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
    • Tighten the bolts to 14 Nm (124 lb-in).
  9. Tighten the 2 cylinder block cradle rear Torx bolts.
    • Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
  10. Tighten the 8 inserts.
    • Tighten to 3 Nm (27 lb-in).
    11. Fig 5: Locating Cylinder Block Cradle Rear Torx Bolts
    GF0009367Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  11. Install the 2 silver-colored bolts and new washer seals finger-tight.
    12. Fig 6: Locating Silver-Colored Bolts And New Washer Seals
    GF0009368Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  12. Install the 6 remaining inner bolts finger-tight.
  13. Tighten the 8 inner bolts in the sequence shown in 2 stages.
    • Stage 1: Tighten to 15 Nm (133 lb-in).
    • Stage 2: Tighten to 34 Nm (25 lb-ft).
    14. Fig 7: Identifying Cylinder Block Cradle Inner Bolts Tightening Sequence
    GF0009369Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  14. Install the starter. For additional information, refer to STARTING SYSTEM .
  15. Position the steering gear and install the 2 bolts.
    • Tighten to 115 Nm (85 lb-ft).
  16. Attach the PSP tube bracket to the crossmember and install the bolt.
    • Tighten to 11 Nm (97 lb-in).
    17. NOTE: Do not allow the steering wheel to rotate while the steering column intermediate shaft is disconnected or damage to the clockspring can result. If there is evidence that the wheel has rotated, the clockspring must be removed and recentered. For additional information, refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM .
  17. Attach the steering column intermediate shaft to the steering gear and install the bolt.
    • Tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
  18. Install the oil pump screen and pickup tube. For additional information, refer to Oil Pump Screen and Pickup Tube .
  19. Lower the engine and install the LH engine mount nut.
    • Tighten to 63 Nm (46 lb-ft).
  20. Install the RH engine mount nut.
    • Tighten to 63 Nm (46 lb-ft).
  21. Remove the Engine Lifting Brackets and install the FEAD bracket bolt.
    • Tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
    22. Fig 8: Locating Front End Accessory Drive (FEAD) Bracket Bolt
    GF0015086Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  22. Position the radiator sight shield and install the 6 pin-type retainers.
    23. Fig 9: Locating Pin-Type Retainers And Radiator Sight Shield
    GF0014987Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  23. Install the TB. For additional information, refer to FUEL CHARGING AND CONTROLS - 4.0L SINGLE OVERHEAD CAMSHAFT (SOHC) .
  24. Connect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES .
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