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Oil Pump Screen and Pickup Tube: Installation

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    CAUTION: Make sure the O-ring seal is in place and not damaged. A missing or damaged O-ring seal can cause foam in the lubrication system, low oil pressure and severe engine damage.
    NOTE: Clean and inspect the mating surfaces and install a new O-ring seal. Lubricate the O-ring seal with clean engine oil prior to installation.
  1. Position the oil pump screen and pickup tube and install the bolts.
    • Tighten the oil pump screen and pickup tube-to-oil pump bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb-in).
    • Tighten the oil pump screen and pickup tube-to-spacer bolt to 25 N.m (18 lb-ft).
  2. Fig 1: Locating Oil Pump Screen And Pickup Tube And Bolt
    GF0015208Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Install the oil pan. For additional information, refer to Engine Lubrication Components - Exploded View  and Oil Pan .