Escape 2008 3.0L

2008 Ford Escape
2008 ENGINE Engine - 3.0L (4V) - Escape & Mariner
2008 ENGINE
Engine - 3.0L (4V) - Escape & Mariner
SPECIFICATIONS
MATERIALS
MATERIALS
Item Specification Fill Capacity
High Temperature Nickel Anti-
Seize Lubricant ESE-M12A4-A -
XL-2 (US); CXG-2-B (Canada)
MERCON® Multi-Purpose
Automatic Transmission Fluid
MERCON® -
XT-2-QDX (US); XT-2-LM12
(Canada)
Motorcraft Metal Surface Prep
- -
ZC-31
Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 Premium
Synthetic Blend Motor Oil
XO-5W20-QSP (US); Motorcraft
WSS-M2C930-A 5.7L (6.0 qt) includes filter change
SAE 5W-20 Super Premium
Motor Oil CXO-5W20-LSP12
(Canada); or equivalent
Penetrating and Lock Lubricant
- -
XL-1 (US); CXC-51-A (Canada)
Silicone Brake Caliper Grease and
Dielectric Compound ESE-M1C171-A -
XG-3-A
Silicone Gasket and Sealant
WSE-M4G323-A4 -
TA-30
Thread Sealant with PTFE
WSK-M2G350-A2 -
TA-24
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
Item Specification
Engine
Bore/stroke 89.0 x 79.5 mm (3.12 in)
Compression ratio 10.0:1
Displacement 3.0L (4V) (182 CID)
Engine and transaxle assembly weight (without
234 kg (516 lb)
accessory drive components)
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Engine weight (without accessory drive components

146 kg (322 lb)
and flexplate)
Fire order 1-4-2-5-3-6
No. cylinders 6
Oil pressure (Minimum at 1,500 RPM with engine
138 kPa (20 psi)
warmed up after 10 minutes of idling)
AGSF-32M Gap = 1.30-1.40 mm
Spark plug
(0.052-0.056 in)
Cylinder Head and Valve Train
Combustion chamber volume 52 cc (3.17 CI)
Cylinder head gasket surface flatness -
Roller follower ratio @ max. lift 2.0:1
LH intake I-I-I-I-I-I
LH exhaust E-E-E-E-E-E
Valve arrangement (front to rear)
RH intake I-I-I-I-I-I
RH exhaust E-E-E-E-E-E
Valve face angle 45.5 degrees
Valve face runout 0.05 mm (0.001 in)
Valve guide bore diameter 6.015-6.044 mm (0.236-0.237 in)
Valve head diameter - exhaust 30 mm (1.18 in)
Valve head diameter - intake 35 mm (1.38 in)
Valve head diameter (exhaust) - gauge diameter 28.0 mm (1.10236 in)
Valve head diameter (intake) - gauge diameter 33.5 mm (1.3189 in)
Valve seat angle 44.75 degrees
Valve seat runout 0.04 mm (0.001 in)
1.4-1.7 mm
Valve seat width - exhaust
(0.055-0.066 in)
1.1-1.4 mm
Valve seat width - intake
(0.043-0.055 in)
Valve spring compression pressure (N @ spec. 693 N @ 30.09 mm
length) (156 lbs @ 1.18 in)
Valve spring free length (approx.) 46.6 mm (1.84 in)
Valve spring installed height (N @ spec. length) 39.89 mm (1.57 in)
Valve spring installed pressure 240 N @ 39.89 mm (53.95 lbs @ 1.57 in)
Valve spring installed pressure - service limit 10% force loss @ specified height
Valve spring squareness 2.5%
Valve stem diameter - exhaust 5.950-5.970 mm (0.2343-0.2350 in)
Valve stem diameter - intake 5.975-5.995 mm (0.2350-0.2358 in)
Valve stem-to-guide clearance - exhaust 0.045-0.094 mm (0.0017-0.037 in)
Valve stem-to-guide clearance - intake 0.019-0.069 mm (0.0007-0.0027 in)
Hydraulic Lash Adjuster
Clearance to bore 0.018-0.069 mm (0.0007-0.0027 in)
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Collapsed lash adjuster gap 0.50-1.11 mm (0.019-0.043 in)

Diameter (standard) 16-15.988 mm (0.6290-0.6294 in)
Hydraulic leakdown rate 5-25 seconds
Camshaft
Allowable lobe lift loss 0.76 mm (0.03 in)
Camshaft journal bore inside diameter 27.012-26.987 mm (1.063-1.062 in)
Camshaft journal-to-bearing clearance - service
0.121 mm (0.0047 in)
limit
Camshaft journal-to-bearing clearance - standard 0.025-0.076 mm (0.001-0.0029 in)
End play - service limit 0.190 mm (0.00748 in)
Journal diameter (all) 26.962-26.936 mm (1.061-1.060 in)
Lobe lift 4.80 mm (0.189 in)
Runout -
Theoretical valve lift @ 0 lash 9.80 mm (0.388 in)
Cylinder Block
Cylinder bore diameter - grade 1 89.000-89.010 mm (3.50393-3.504323 in)
Cylinder bore maximum out-of-round 0.015 mm (0.0005 in)
Cylinder bore maximum out-of-round - service limit 0.020 mm (0.0007 in)
Cylinder bore maximum taper 0.020 mm (0.0008 in)
Head gasket surface flatness -
Main bearing bore inside diameter 67.998-68.022 mm (2.677-2.6780 in)
Crankshaft
Connecting rod journal diameter 49.969-49.991 mm (1.967-1.968 in)
Connecting rod journal maximum out-of-round 0.006 mm (0.0002 in)
Connecting rod journal maximum taper 0.008 mm (0.0003 in)
Crankshaft maximum end play 0.135-0.255 mm (0.005-0.010 in)
Main bearing journal diameter 62.968-62.992 mm (2.467-2.479 in)
Main bearing journal maximum out-of-round 0.006 mm (0.0002 in)
Main bearing journal maximum taper 0.008 mm (0.0003 in)
Main bearing journal-to-cylinder block clearance 0.024-0.072 mm (0.0009-0.003 in)
Piston and Connecting Rod
Connecting rod bearing bore diameter 53.015-53.035 mm (2.0872-2.0879 in)
Connecting rod bearing-to-crankshaft clearance 0.028-0.066 mm (0.001-0.0025 in)
Connecting rod length (center-to-center) 138.06-138.14 mm (5.435-5.38 in)
0.038 mm per 25
Connecting rod maximum allowed bend
(0.0014 per 0.984 in)
0.050 mm per 25
Connecting rod maximum allowed twist
(0.0019 per 0.984 in)
Connecting rod pin bore diameter 21.017-21.031 mm (0.827-0.828 in)
Connecting rod side clearance 0.100-0.30 mm (0.0039-0.0118 in)
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Connecting rod-to-pin clearance - service limit 0.035 mm (0.0013 in)

Connecting rod-to-pin clearance - standard 0.004-0.02 mm (0.0001-0.0007 in)
Piston diameter - coated, grade 1 88.990-89.010 mm (3.5035-3.5043 in)
Piston diameter - uncoated, grade 1 88.970-88.980 mm (3.50275-3.50314 in)
Piston pin bore diameter 21.008-21.012 mm (0.8270-0.8272 in)
Piston pin diameter 21.011-21.013 mm (0.8271-0.8273 in)
Piston pin length 60.51-60.08 mm (2.382-2.365 in)
Piston ring end gap - compression (bottom, gauge
0.27-0.42 mm (0.0106-0.0165 in)
diameter)
Piston ring end gap - compression (bottom, service
0.65 mm (0.0255 in) max
limit)
Piston ring end gap - compression (top, gauge
0.100-0.250 mm (0.0039-0.0098 in)
diameter)a
Piston ring end gap - compression (top, service
0.50 mm (0.0196 in) max
limit)
Piston ring end gap - oil ring (steel rail, gauge
0.15-0.65 mm (0.0059-0.0255 in)
diameter)
Piston ring end gap - oil ring (steel rail, service
0.90 mm (0.0354 in) max
limit)
Piston ring groove width - compression (bottom) 1.530-1.545 mm (0.0602-0.0608 in)
Piston ring groove width - compression (top) 1.230-1.245 mm (0.0484-0.0490 in)
Piston ring groove width - oil ring 3.030-3.055 mm (0.1192-0.0120 in)
Piston ring-to-groove clearance -
Piston ring width -
Piston pin-to-piston fit 0.002 to 0.009 mm (0.00007-0.0003 in)
Piston-to-connecting rod clearance -
Piston-to-cylinder bore clearance 0.012 to 0.022 mm (0.0005-0.0009 in)
a Specification 82.4 mm (3.2441 in) diameter gauge
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
Description Nm lb-ft lb-in
Accelerator cable bracket bolts 10 - 89
Accelerator cable snow shield bolts 10 - 89
Accessory drive belt tensioner bolt 45 33 -
Air conditioning compressor bracket bolts 25 18 -
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Air conditioning compressor bolts 25 18 -

Battery cable nut 10 89
Block heater 21 15 -
Brake hose and wiring retainers 15 11
Camshaft journal and thrust cap boltsa - - -
Camshaft oil seal retainer bolts 10 - 89
Camshaft position (CMP) sensor bolt 10 - 89
Catalyst monitor sensor electrical connector bracket nut 10 89
Center accessory drive belt idler pulley bolt 25 18 -
Coil-on-plug bolts 6 - 53
Coolant bypass tube nut and bolt 10 - 89
Coolant pump bolts 10 - 89
Crankcase cover bolts 10 - 89
Crankshaft position (CKP) sensor bolt 10 - 89
Crankshaft pulley bolta - - -
Cross brace bolts 90 66 -
Cross brace nut 175 129 -
Cylinder head boltsa - - -
Driveshaft-to-power takeoff bolts and washers 37 27 -
Engine control wiring harness (B+) shield nuts 6 - 53
Engine front cover bolts and studsa - - -
Engine lift bracket bolt 118 87 -
Engine oil filtera - - -
Engine oil pressure (EOP) switch 14 10 -
Engine support insulator bolts 48 35 -
Engine support insulator bracket bolt 90 66 -
Engine support insulator bracket nuts 55 41 -
Exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) tube 40 30 -
EGR tube nuts 40 30 -
EGR vacuum regulator stud bolt nut 6 - 53
Exhaust manifold nutsa - - -
Exhaust manifold studs 12 9 -
Exhaust Y-pipe flange nuts 29 21
Flexplate bolts 80 59 -
Front roll restrictor bolt 115 85
Gearshift cable bracket bolts 23 17
Generator B+ wiring harness nut 6 53
Generator B+ wire nut 8 - 71
Generator bolt 47 35 -
Generator studs 8 - 71
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Generator stud nuts 47 35 -

Ground strap bolt 10 - 89
Ground wire bolt 10 - 89
Ground wire eyelet nut 25 18 -
Halfshaft support bracket bolts 48 35 -
Heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) 47 35 -
Ignition coil-on-plug bolts 6 - 53
Intermediate shaft bracket nuts 27 20
Lateral support crossmember bolts 115 85
LH accessory drive belt idler pulley bolt 47 35 -
LH transaxle support insulator through bolt 115 85 -
Lower ball joint pinch bolts and nuts 63 46
Lower intake manifold boltsa - - -
Oil level indicator tube stud bolt 10 - 89
Oil pan baffle nutsa - - -
Oil pan bolts and studs 25 18 -
Oil pan drain plug 26 19 -
Oil pan-to-transaxle bolts 40 30 -
Oil pump bolts 10 - 89
Oil pump screen and pickup tube bolts and nut 10 - 89
Output shaft speed (OSS) sensor bolt 13 10 -
Power distribution box cable nuts 12 9 -
Power transfer unit (PTU) bolts 45 33
PTU vent tube bolt 14 10
Powertrain control module (PCM) wiring nut 8 71
Radio interference capacitor nut 6 - 53
Rear transaxle support insulator through bolt 103 76 -
RH accessory drive belt idler pulley and bracket bolts 25 18 -
RH and LH lower splash shield bolts 9 - 80
RH transaxle support insulator bracket nuts and bolt 80 59 -
RH radio ignition interference capacitor nut 6 - 53
RH transaxle support insulator through bolt 115 85 -
Speed control actuator nuts 9 - 80
Stabilizer link-to-strut nuts 63 46
Tie-rod end nuts 55 41
Timing chain guide bolts 25 18 -
Timing chain tensioner bolts 25 18 -
Torque converter-to-flexplate nuts 40 30 -
Transaxle cooler tube bracket bolt 13 10
Transaxle cooler tube fitting nut 23 17
Transaxle-to-engine bolts 47 35 -
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Transaxle-to-engine stud and nuts 48 35 -

Transaxle-to-oil pan bracket bolt 25 18 -
Upper intake manifold boltsa - - -
Upper radiator support bracket bolts 10 - 89
Valve cover bolts and stud boltsa - - -
Wiring harness-to-valve cover stud bolt nut 6 - 53
a Refer to the procedure in this article.
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION

ENGINE
The 3.0L (4V) is a V-6 engine has the following features:
l Dual overhead camshafts

l Four valves per cylinder
l Sequential multiport fuel injection (SFI)
l Composite lower intake manifold and composite upper intake manifold
l Aluminum cylinder heads
l Two-piece design aluminum cylinder block
l Electronic ignition system with 6 ignition coils
Identification
For quick identification refer to the safety certification decal.
l The decal is located on the LH front door lock face panel.

l An engine identification label is also attached to the engine.
l The symbol code on the identification tag identifies each engine for determining parts usage; for instance,
engine displacement in liters or cubic inch displacement and model year.
Exhaust Emission Control System
Operation and required maintenance of the exhaust emission control devices used on this engine are covered in
the Introduction - Gasoline Engines article.
Induction System
The SFI provides the fuel/air mixture needed for combustion in the cylinders. The 6 solenoid-operated fuel
injectors:
l are mounted between the fuel rail and the intake manifold.
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l meter fuel into the air intake stream in accordance with engine demand.
l are positioned so that their tips direct fuel just ahead of the engine intake valves.
Valve Train
The camshafts are mounted in the cylinder heads and act against a roller follower to open and close the valves.
A hydraulic lash adjuster is located on one side of the roller follower and the valve tip on the opposite end. The
camshafts are driven off the front of each cylinder head by 2 chains (one each side). Both of the chains are
driven by sprockets that are located on the crankshaft, just in front of the oil pump.
Positive Crankcase Ventilation System
All engines are equipped with a closed-type positive crankcase ventilation system recycling the crankcase
vapors to the upper intake manifold.
Lubrication System
The engine lubrication system is of the force-feed type in which oil is supplied under full pressure to the
crankshaft, connecting rod bearings and timing chain tensioners. The flow of oil to the valve tappets and valve
train is controlled by a restricting orifice located in the head gaskets.
Oil Pump
The lubrication system is designed to provide optimum oil flow to critical components of the engine through its
entire operating range.
The heart of the system is a positive displacement internal gear oil pump.
Generically this design is known as a gerotor pump, which operates as follows:
l The oil pump is mounted on the front face of the cylinder block.
l The inner rotor is piloted on the crankshaft post and is driven through flats on the crankshaft.
l System pressure is limited by an integral, internally-vented relief valve which directs the bypassed oil
back to the inlet side of the oil pump.
l Oil pump displacement has been selected to provide adequate volume to make sure of correct oil pressure
both at hot idle and maximum speed.
l The relief valve calibration protects the system from excessive pressure during high viscosity conditions.
l The relief valve is designed to provide adequate connecting rod bearing lubrication under high-
temperature and high-speed conditions.
Cooling System
The engine cooling system includes the following:
l Radiator
l Dual electric fan assemblies
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l Degas bottle (aids in maintaining the correct volume of engine coolant)

l Coolant thermostat
l Coolant hoses
Engine Cylinder Identification
Fig. 1: Engine Cylinder Identification

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
DIAGNOSTIC TESTS
ENGINE
For basic engine mechanical concerns, refer to ENGINE SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION article.
For driveability concerns, refer to the Introduction - Gasoline Engines article.
IN-VEHICLE SERVICING
UPPER INTAKE MANIFOLD
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Fig. 2: Upper Intake Manifold Components With Torque Specifications (1 Of 3)

Item Part Number Description

Accelerator cable snow shield bolts (2
1 W702251
required)
2 9E776 Accelerator cable snow shield
3 9A825 Speed control cable to throttle body
4 9A758 Accelerator cable to throttle body
Accelerator/speed control cable bracket bolt
5 -
(3 required)
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Fig. 3: Upper Intake Manifold Components With Torque Specifications (2 Of 3)


Evaporative emissions (EVAP) tube
6 W52593
clamp
7 9D289 EVAP tube
Exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) tube
8 -
fitting (part of 9D477)
Throttle position (TP) sensor electrical
9 14A464
connector (part of 9H589)
10 W700497 Wiring retainer (part of 9H589)
Transaxle vent tube pin-type retainer
11 -
(part of 7034)
12 - Vacuum harness tube (part of 9E498)
Idle air control (IAC) valve electrical
13 14A464
EGR vacuum regulator electrical
14 14A464
15 - EGR vacuum regulator stud bolt nut
16 - Wiring retainer (part of 9H589)
Positive crankcase ventilation (PCV)
17 -
tube
Vacuum harness tube fitting (part of
18 -
9E498)
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19 392984 Brake booster vacuum hose clamp

20 2C053 Brake booster vacuum hose
Engine control wiring harness electrical
21 14A464
connectors (part of 9H589)
Fig. 4: Upper Intake Manifold Components (3 Of 3)


Throttle body coolant hose clamps (2
22 -
required)
23 - Throttle body coolant hoses (2 required)
24 9Y450 Upper intake manifold bolt (8 required)
25 9424 Upper intake manifold
Upper intake manifold gasket (6
26 -
required)
REMOVAL
1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING
AND LIFTING article.
2. Remove the air cleaner outlet pipe. For additional information, refer to INTAKE AIR DISTRIBUTION
AND FILTERING - 3.0L (4V) article.
3. Remove the 2 bolts and the accelerator cable snow shield.
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4. Detach the speed control and accelerator cables from the throttle body.
5. Remove the 3 accelerator/speed control cable bracket bolts.
l Position the cables and brackets aside.
6. Remove the EGR tube fitting from the EGR valve.

7. Detach the transaxle vent tube pin-type retainer from the throttle body.
8. Disconnect the throttle position (TP) sensor electrical connector and detach the wiring retainer.
9. Disconnect the vacuum harness tube fittings from the EGR valve and the EGR vacuum regulator.
10. Disconnect the evaporative emissions (EVAP) tube from the upper intake manifold.
11. Disconnect the idle air control (IAC) valve electrical connector.
12. Disconnect the EGR vacuum regulator electrical connector.
13. Remove the nut from the EGR vacuum regulator stud bolt and detach the wiring retainer.
14. Disconnect the PCV, brake booster and vacuum harness tubes from the upper intake manifold.
15. Detach the 2 main engine control wiring harness electrical connectors from the upper intake manifold.
16. Disconnect and plug the 2 throttle body coolant hoses.
17. Remove the 8 bolts and the upper intake manifold.
l Remove and discard the gaskets.
INSTALLATION
NOTE: Clean and inspect all sealing surfaces. Install new gaskets.
1. Position the upper intake manifold and install the bolts.

l Tighten in the sequence shown to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
Fig. 5: Identifying Tightening Sequence Of Upper Intake Manifold Bolts

2. Connect the 2 throttle body coolant hoses.

3. Attach the 2 main engine control wiring harness electrical connectors to the upper intake manifold.
4. Connect the PCV, brake booster and vacuum harness tubes to the upper intake manifold.
5. Attach the wiring retainer to the EGR vacuum regulator stud bolt and install the nut.
l Tighten to 6 Nm (53 lb-in).
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6. Connect the EGR vacuum regulator electrical connector.

7. Connect the IAC valve electrical connector and wiring harness retainer.
8. Connect the EVAP tube to the upper intake manifold.
9. Connect the vacuum harness tube fittings to the EGR valve and the EGR vacuum regulator.
10. Connect the TP sensor electrical connector and attach the wiring retainer.
11. Attach the transaxle vent tube pin-type retainer to the throttle body.
12. Install the EGR tube fitting to the EGR valve.
l Tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
13. Position the accelerator/speed control cables and brackets and install the 3 bolts.
14. Attach the speed control and accelerator cables to the throttle body.
15. Install the accelerator cable snow shield and the 2 bolts.
16. Install the air cleaner outlet pipe. For additional information, refer to INTAKE AIR DISTRIBUTION
AND FILTERING - 3.0L (4V) article.
LOWER INTAKE MANIFOLD
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Fig. 6: Lower Intake Manifold Components


1 W708187 Lower intake manifold bolt (8 required)
2 - Wire shield (part of 9H589)
Wire shield pin-type retainer (2 required)
3 -
(part of 9H589)
Fuel rail pressure and temperature sensor
4 9E499
vacuum tube fitting
Fuel injector electrical connector (6
5 14A464
required) (part of 9H589)
Fuel rail pressure and temperature sensor
6 14A464
electrical connector (part of 9H589)
7 9424 Lower intake manifold
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8 9288 Fuel tube

Lower intake manifold gasket (6
9 9439
required)
Engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor
10 14A464
REMOVAL
WARNING: Do not smoke, carry lighted tobacco or have an open flame of any type
when working on or near any fuel-related component. Highly flammable
mixtures are always present and may be ignited. Failure to follow these
instructions may result in serious personal injury.
WARNING: Before working on or disconnecting any of the fuel tubes or fuel system
components, relieve the fuel system pressure to prevent accidental
spraying of fuel. Fuel in the fuel system remains under high pressure,
even when the engine is not running. Failure to follow this instruction
may result in serious personal injury.
1. Release the fuel system pressure. For additional information refer to FUEL SYSTEM - GENERAL
INFORMATION article.
2. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING
AND CABLES article.
3. Remove the upper intake manifold. For additional information, refer to Upper Intake Manifold.
4. Disconnect the engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor electrical connector.
5. Disconnect the fuel supply tube quick connect coupling at the fuel rail. For additional information, refer
to FUEL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION article.
6. Disconnect the fuel rail pressure and temperature sensor electrical connector and vacuum tube.
7. Disconnect the 6 fuel injector electrical connectors and the 2 wire shield pin-type retainers.
8. Remove the 8 lower intake manifold bolts and the lower intake manifold.
INSTALLATION
NOTE: Clean and inspect all sealing surfaces. Install new gaskets.
1. Position the lower intake manifold and install the bolts.

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Fig. 7: Identifying Tightening Sequence Of Lower Intake Manifold Bolts

2. Connect the 6 fuel injector electrical connectors and the 2 wire shield pin-type retainers.
3. Connect the fuel rail pressure and temperature sensor electrical connector and vacuum tube.
4. Connect the fuel supply tube quick connect coupling at the fuel rail. For additional information, refer to
FUEL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION article.
5. Connect the ECT sensor electrical connector.
6. Install the upper intake manifold. For additional information, refer to Upper Intake Manifold.
7. Connect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND
CABLES article.
VALVE COVER - LH
Material
Item Specification
-
ZC-31
WSE-M4G323-A6
TA-30
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Fig. 8: Valve Cover Components - LH With Torque Specifications


Accelerator cable snow shield bolts (2
1 W702251
required)
2 9E766 Accelerator cable snow shield
3 6853 Crankcase ventilation tube
4 17A084 Engine lift bracket
5 W701627 Engine lift bracket bolt
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Fig. 9: Identifying Retainers


6 - Upper radiator hose retainers (2 required)
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Fig. 10: Valve Cover Components


Wiring retainer (2 required) (part of
7 13A506
9H589)
Wiring retainer (2 required) (part of
8 W700497
9H589)
9 6C519 Valve cover stud bolt (9 required)
10 14A099 B+ cable wiring retainers (3 required)
11 6A505 Valve cover
12 6C519 Valve cover bolt (4 required)
13 6A559 Valve cover gasket
REMOVAL
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CAUTION: During engine repair procedures, cleanliness is extremely important. Any

foreign material (including any material created while cleaning gasket
surfaces) that enters the oil passages, coolant passages or the oil pan
may cause engine failure.
1. Remove the LH ignition coil-on-plugs. For additional information, refer to ENGINE IGNITION - 3.0L
(4V) article.
2. If equipped, remove the bolt and the engine lift bracket.
CAUTION: Do not disconnect the crankcase ventilation tube from the valve
cover or damage to the ventilation tube may occur.
4. Disconnect the crankcase ventilation tube from the air cleaner outlet pipe.
5. Detach the upper radiator hose from the 2 retainers on the cooling fan shroud and position the hose aside.
6. Detach the 4 wiring retainers from the valve cover stud bolts.
7. Detach the 3 wiring retainers from the valve cover stud bolts and position the B+ cable aside.
NOTE: Inspect the crankcase ventilation tube and valve cover sealing area. If
either a new valve cover or crankcase ventilation tube is required, both
components must be installed new.
8. Remove the 5 bolts, 8 stud bolts and the valve cover.

l Remove and discard the gasket.
INSTALLATION
1. Clean the valve cover, cylinder head and front cover sealing surfaces with metal surface prep and install a
new valve cover gasket.
NOTE: The valve cover must be installed and the bolts and stud bolts tightened
within 4 minutes of sealant application.
2. Apply a 5 mm (0.19 in) dot of silicone gasket sealant to the front cover-to-cylinder head joints.
3. Position the valve cover and install the bolts and stud bolts.
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Fig. 11: Identifying Tightening Sequence

4. Attach the 3 wiring (B+ cable) retainers onto the valve cover stud bolts.
5. Attach the 4 wiring retainers to the valve cover stud bolts.
6. Attach the upper radiator hose to the 2 retainers on the cooling fan shroud.
7. Attach the crankcase ventilation tube to the air cleaner outlet pipe.
8. Install the accelerator cable snow shield and the 2 bolts.
9. If equipped, install the engine lift bracket and the bolt.

10. Install the LH ignition coil-on-plugs. For additional information, refer to ENGINE IGNITION - 3.0L
(4V) article.
VALVE COVER - RH
Material
Item Specification
-
ZC-31
WSE-M4G323-A6
TA-30
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Fig. 12: Valve Cover Components - RH With Torque Specifications


1 6582 Valve cover
2 W700497 Wiring retainers (5 required)
3 6C519 Valve cover bolt (3 required)
Positive crankcase ventilation (PCV)
4 6K817
tube
Radio ignition interference capacitor
5 18801
electrical connector
6 W520411 Radio ignition interference capacitor nut
Engine control wiring harness shield nut
7 W520411
(2 required)
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8 12B637 Engine control wiring harness shield

9 6C519 Valve cover stud bolt (10 required)
10 6584 Valve cover gasket
REMOVAL

1. Remove the RH ignition coil-on-plugs. For additional information, refer to ENGINE IGNITION - 3.0L
(4V) article.
2. Remove the PCV tube.
3. Disconnect the radio ignition interference capacitor electrical connector and detach the 5 wiring retainers
from the stud bolts.
4. Remove the nut and the radio ignition interference capacitor.
5. Remove the 2 nuts and position the engine control wiring harness shield aside.
6. Remove the 3 bolts, 10 stud bolts and the valve cover.
l Remove and discard the gasket.
INSTALLATION
1. Clean the valve cover, cylinder head and front cover sealing surfaces with metal surface prep and install a
new valve cover gasket.
NOTE: The valve cover must be installed and the bolts and stud bolts tightened
within 4 minutes of sealant application.
2. Apply a 5 mm (0.19 in) dot of silicone gasket sealant to the front cover-to-cylinder head joints.
3. Position the valve cover and install the 3 bolts and 10 stud bolts.
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4. Position the engine control wiring harness shield and install the 2 nuts.
5. Install the radio ignition interference capacitor and the nut.

6. Attach the wiring retainers to the stud bolts and connect the radio ignition interference capacitor electrical
connector.
7. Install the PCV tube.
8. Install the RH ignition coil-on-plugs. For additional information, refer to ENGINE IGNITION - 3.0L
(4V) article.
LOWER END COMPONENTS - EXPLODED VIEW
Fig. 14: Crankshaft Pulley and Front Seal


1 W701512 Crankshaft pulley bolt
2 W701511 Washer
3 6316 Crankshaft pulley
4 6700 Crankshaft front seal
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Fig. 15: Flexplate and Rear Seal With Torque Specification


1 W701559 Flexplate bolt (8 required)
2 6375 Flexplate
3 6701 Crankshaft rear oil seal
1. For additional information, refer to the procedures in this article.
CRANKSHAFT PULLEY
Special Tools
Illustration Tool Name Tool Number
Installer, Front Cover Oil Seal 303-335 (T88T-7601-A)
Replacer, Crankshaft Damper 303-102 (T74P-6316-B)
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Remover, Crankshaft Vibration

303-009 (T58P-6316-D)
Damper
Strap Wrench 303-D055 (D85L-6000-A)
Material
Item Specification
-
ZC-31
Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend
Motor Oil
XO-5W20-QSP (US); Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 WSS-M2C930-A
Super Premium Motor Oil CXO-5W20-LSP12
WSE-M4G323-A4
TA-30
REMOVAL
2. Remove the accessory drive belt. For additional information, refer to ACCESSORY DRIVE - 3.0L (4V)
article.
3. Use the special tool to hold the crankshaft pulley and remove the crankshaft pulley bolt.
Fig. 16: Identifying Special Tool (303-D055) And Crankshaft Pulley Bolts
4. Using the special tool, remove the crankshaft pulley.
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Fig. 17: Removing Crankshaft Pulley Using Special Tool (303-009)

INSTALLATION
1. Lubricate the crankshaft front seal inner lip with clean engine oil.
NOTE: Clean the keyway and slot using metal surface prep before applying
silicone gasket and sealer.
NOTE: The crankshaft pulley must be installed and the bolt tightened within 4
minutes of applying the silicone gasket and sealer.
2. Apply silicone gasket and sealant to the end of the keyway slot.
Fig. 18: Applying Silicone Gasket And Sealant

NOTE: Lubricate the outside diameter sealing surface with clean engine oil.
3. Using the special tool, install the crankshaft pulley.
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Fig. 19: Installing Crankshaft Pulley Using Special Tools (303-102, 303-335)
4. Install the bolt and washer. Using the special tool to hold the crankshaft pulley, tighten the bolt in 4
stages:
l Stage 1: Tighten to 120 Nm (89 lb-ft).
l Stage 2: Loosen one full turn.
l Stage 4: Tighten an additional 90 degrees.
5. Install the accessory drive belt. For additional information, refer to ACCESSORY DRIVE - 3.0L (4V)
article.
CRANKSHAFT FRONT SEAL
Special Tools
Installer, Front Cover Seal 303-335 (T88T-6701-A)
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Replacer, Crankshaft Damper 303-102 (T74P-6316-B)
Remover, Oil Seal 303-409 (T92C-6700CH)
Material
Item Specification
-
ZC-31
Motor Oil
REMOVAL
2. Remove the crankshaft pulley. For additional information, refer to Crankshaft Pulley.
3. Using the special tool, remove and discard the crankshaft front seal.
Fig. 21: Removing Crankshaft Front Seal Using Special Tool (303-409)
INSTALLATION
NOTE: Clean all sealing surfaces with metal surface prep.
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1. Apply clean engine oil to the seal lip and seal bore before installing the seal.
2. Using the special tools, install a new crankshaft front seal.
Fig. 22: Installing Crankshaft Seal Using Special Tools (303-335 And 303-102)
3. Install the crankshaft pulley. For additional information, refer to Crankshaft Pulley.
FLEXPLATE
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
2. Remove the transmission. For additional information, refer to AUTOMATIC
TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION - CD4E article.
3. Remove the bolts and the flexplate.
l To install, tighten to 80 Nm (59 lb-ft).
4. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
CRANKSHAFT REAR SEAL
Special Tools
Slide Hammer 307-005 (T59L-100-B)
Remover, Crankshaft Rear Seal 303-519 (T95P-6701-EH)
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Installer, Crankshaft Rear Main

303-178 (T82L-6701-A)
Oil Seal
Installer Bolts, Crankshaft Rear

303-384 (T91P-6701-A)
Main Oil Seal
Material
Item Specification
-
ZC-31
Motor Oil
REMOVAL
2. Remove the flexplate. For additional information, refer to Flexplate.
3. Using the special tools, remove and discard the crankshaft rear oil seal.
Fig. 23: Identifying Special Tools (307-005 And 303-519)

INSTALLATION
NOTE: Clean all sealing surfaces with metal surface prep.
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NOTE: Apply clean engine oil to the seal lip and seal bore before installing the
seal.
1. Using the special tools, install the crankshaft rear oil seal.

2. Install the flexplate. For additional information, refer to Flexplate.
ENGINE FRONT COVER
Material
Item Specification
-
ZC-31
Motor Oil
WSE-M4G323-A6
TA-30
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Fig. 25: Engine Front Cover Components With Torque Specifications (1 Of 4)


1 W709986 Generator bolt
2 10300 Generator
3 W710416 Generator stud
4 W520414 Generator stud nut (2 required)
Catalyst monitor sensor electrical
5 15A024
connector bracket
Catalyst monitor sensor electrical
6 W701542
connector bracket nut
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Crankshaft position (CKP) sensor
7 14A464
8 6C348 Center accessory drive belt idler pulley
Center accessory drive belt idler pulley
9 -
bolt (part of 6C348)
10 19A216 LH accessory drive belt idler pulley
LH accessory drive belt idler pulley bolt
11 -
(part of 19A216)
12 6B209 Accessory drive belt tensioner
13 W701625 Accessory drive belt tensioner bolt
Camshaft position (CMP) sensor
14 14A464
RH accessory drive belt idler pulley and
15 W706902
bracket bolt (3 required)
RH accessory drive belt idler pulley and
16 3F671
bracket
17 9H589 Wiring harness retainer
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Wire harness retainers (2 required) (part
18 -
of 14290)
19 W707137 Speed control actuator nuts (3 required)
20 9C735 Speed control actuator
A/C pressure switch electrical connector
21 -
(part of 14290)
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Fig. 28: Engine Front Cover Components With Torque Specification (4 Of 4)


22 W710030 Engine front cover stud bolt (2 required)
23 W708222 Engine front cover bolt (3 required)
25 6D081 Engine front cover gaskets (3 required)
27 6019 Engine front cover
28 W709678 Oil pan-to-front cover bolts (2 required)
REMOVAL

surfaces) that enters the oil passages, coolant passages or the oil pan can
cause engine failure.
2. Release the fuel system pressure. For additional information, refer to FUEL SYSTEM - GENERAL
3. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING
AND CABLES article.
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4. Remove the crankshaft front seal. For additional information, refer to Lower End Components -
Exploded View and Crankshaft Front Seal.
5. Remove the generator bolt and the 2 nuts.
Fig. 29: Identifying Bolt And Nuts

6. Remove the stud and position the generator away from the engine.
Fig. 30: Identifying Stud And Generator

7. Remove the bolt and the accessory drive belt tensioner.

8. Remove the bolt and the LH accessory drive belt idler pulley.
9. Remove the bolt and the center accessory drive belt idler pulley.
10. Remove the 3 RH accessory drive belt idler pulley and bracket bolts.
l Detach the wiring harness retainer and remove the idler pulley assembly.
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Fig. 31: Identifying Bolts

11. Detach the wiring harness retainer, remove the nut and the catalyst monitor sensor electrical connector
bracket.
12. Disconnect the crankshaft position (CKP) sensor electrical connector.
13. Disconnect the camshaft position (CMP) sensor electrical connector.
14. Remove the LH and RH valve covers. For additional information, refer to Valve Cover - LH and Valve
Cover - RH.
15. Remove the engine support insulator. For additional information, refer to Engine Support Insulators.
16. Disconnect the A/C pressure switch electrical connector.
17. Detach the 2 wire harness retainers from the speed control actuator mounting studs.
18. Remove the 3 nuts and position the speed control actuator aside.
19. Remove the 2 oil pan-to-front cover bolts.
20. Remove the 14 bolts, 2 stud bolts and the engine front cover.
INSTALLATION
CAUTION: 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.
CAUTION: Do not damage the oil pan gasket while cleaning the sealant from the
lower cylinder block-to-oil pan joint.
1. Use a plastic scraping tool to remove all traces of sealant.

l Clean all sealing surfaces with metal surface prep and install new gaskets.
NOTE: The engine front cover must be installed and the bolts tightened within 4
minutes of applying sealant.
2. Apply a 6 mm (0.23 in) diameter dot of silicone gasket and sealer to the cylinder block, lower cylinder
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block, cylinder head and oil pan mating surfaces.
Fig. 32: Identifying Area For Applying Sealant

3. Position the engine front cover and install the bolts. Tighten in the sequence shown to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
Part
Item Description
Number
Stud, Hex
Flange
Head Pilot,
1 W710030
M6 x 1 x
20 / M8 x
1.25 x 47.5
Bolt, Hex
Flange
2 W701525 Head Pilot,
M8 x 1.25 x
47.5
Bolt, Hex
Flange
M8 x 1.25 x
64
Bolt, Hex
Flange
M8 x 1.25 x
64
Bolt, Hex
Flange
M8 x 1.25 x
47.5
Bolt, Hex
Flange
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Head Pilot,
6 W701525 M8 x 1.25 x
47.5
Bolt, Hex
Flange
M8 x 1.25 x
47.5
Bolt, Hex
Flange
M8 x 1.25 x
47.5
Bolt, Hex
Flange
M8 x 1.25 x
47.5
Bolt, Hex
Flange
M8 x 1.25 x
115
Bolt, Hex
Flange
M8 x 1.25 x
115
Bolt, Hex
Flange
M8 x 1.25 x
47.5
Stud, Hex
Flange
Head Pilot,
13 W710030
M6 x 1 x
20 / M8 x
1.25 x 47.5
Bolt, Hex
Flange
M8 x 1.25 x
64
Bolt, Hex
Flange
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Head Pilot,
15 W708221 M8 x 1.25 x
115
Bolt, Hex
Flange
M8 x 1.25 x
47.5

4. Install the 2 oil pan-to-front cover bolts.

5. Remove the oil pan drain plug and drain the engine oil.
l Install the plug and tighten to 26 Nm (19 lb-ft).
6. Install the speed control actuator and 3 nuts.

7. Attach the 2 wire harness retainers to the speed control actuator mounting studs.
8. Connect the A/C pressure switch electrical connector.
9. Install the engine support insulator. For additional information, refer to Engine Support Insulators.
10. Install the LH and RH valve covers. For additional information, refer to Valve Cover - LH and Valve
Cover - RH.
11. Connect the CMP electrical connector.
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12. Connect the CKP electrical connector.

13. Install the catalyst monitor sensor electrical connector bracket and the nut.
l Attach the wiring harness retainer.
14. Position the RH accessory drive belt idler pulley and bracket and attach the wiring harness retainer.
l Install the 3 bolts and tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
Fig. 34: Identifying Bolts And Wiring Harness Retainer

15. Install the center accessory drive belt idler pulley.

16. Install the LH accessory drive belt idler pulley.

17. Install the accessory drive belt tensioner and the bolt.
18. Position the generator and install the stud.

19. Install the generator bolt and 2 nuts.

20. Install the crankshaft front seal. For additional information, refer to Lower End Components - Exploded
View and Crankshaft Front Seal.
21. Fill the engine with clean engine oil.
22. Connect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND
CABLES article.
TIMING DRIVE COMPONENTS
REMOVAL

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CAUTION: Failure to verify correct timing drive component alignment will result in
severe engine damage.
1. Remove the engine front cover. For additional information, refer to Engine Front Cover.
NOTE: This pulse wheel is used in several different engines. Install the pulse
wheel with the keyway in the slot stamped "30" or "30RFF" (orange in
color).
2. Remove the ignition pulse wheel.
Fig. 35: Identifying Ignition Pulse Wheel

3. Install the crankshaft pulley bolt.
Fig. 36: Identifying Damper Bolt

4. Remove the LH and RH spark plugs. For additional information, refer to ENGINE IGNITION - 3.0L
(4V) article.
5. Rotate the crankshaft clockwise to position the crankshaft keyway in the 11 o'clock position and position
the camshafts in the correct position. This will position the No. 1 cylinder at top dead center (TDC).
l Verify that the camshafts are correctly located. If not, rotate the crankshaft one additional turn and
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recheck.
Fig. 37: Identifying Crankshaft Keyway In 11 O'Clock Position

6. Rotate the crankshaft clockwise 120 degrees to the 3 o'clock position to locate the RH camshafts in the
neutral position.
Fig. 38: Identifying Crankshaft Keyway

7. Verify that the RH camshafts are in the neutral position.
Fig. 39: Locating Camshafts Align Marks

8. Remove the RH timing chain tensioner arm.

1. Remove the bolts.
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2. Remove the tensioner.

3. Remove the tensioner arm.
Fig. 40: Identifying RH Timing Chain Tensioner Arm & Bolts

9. Remove the bolts, RH timing chain guide and the timing chain.
Fig. 41: Locating Timing Chain Guide & Bolts

10. Rotate the crankcase clockwise 600 degrees (1-2/3 turns) to position the crankcase keyway in the 11
o'clock position. This will position the LH camshafts in the neutral position.
Fig. 42: Positioning Crankcase Key Way In 11 O'Clock Position

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11. Verify the LH camshafts are in the neutral position.
Fig. 43: Locating Camshafts Aligning Marks

12. Remove the LH timing chain and tensioner arm.

1. Remove the bolts.
Fig. 44: Locating LH Timing Chain & Tensioner Arm

13. Remove the LH timing chain and timing chain guide.
Fig. 45: Locating Timing Chain & Timing Chain Guide

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14. Remove the crankshaft pulley bolt and the crankshaft sprockets.
Fig. 46: Locating Damper Bolt & Crankshaft Sprockets

INSTALLATION
CAUTION: Failure to verify correct timing drive component alignment will result
in severe engine damage.
1. Install the crankshaft sprockets with the timing marks out.
Fig. 47: Locating Crankshaft Sprockets With Timing Marks Out

NOTE: LH shown, RH similar.
2. Position the chain tensioner in a soft-jawed vise.
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Fig. 48: Identifying Chain Tensioner In Soft-Jawed Vise

3. Hold the chain tensioner ratchet lock mechanism away from the ratchet stem with a small pick.
Fig. 49: Holding Chain Tensioner Ratchet Lock Mechanism Away From Ratchet Stem
CAUTION: During tensioner compression, do not release the ratchet stem until
the tensioner piston is fully bottomed in its bore or damage to the
ratchet stem will result.
4. Slowly compress the timing chain tensioner.

5. Retain the tensioner piston with a 1.5 mm (0.05 in) wire or paper clip.
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Fig. 50: Retaining Tensioner Piston With 1.5-mm (0.06-in) Wire Or Paper Clip
6. If timing marks in the timing chains are not evident, use a permanent-type marker to mark the crankshaft
and camshaft timing marks on the LH and RH timing chains.
1. Mark any link to use as the crankshaft timing mark.
2. Starting with the crankshaft timing mark, count 29 links and mark the link.
3. Continue counting to link 42 and mark the link.
Fig. 51: Locating Crankshaft & Camshaft Timing Marks On LH & RH Timing Chains
7. Verify that the LH camshafts are correctly positioned.

8. Position the LH timing chain and guide and install the bolts.
l Align the marks on the timing chain with the marks on the camshaft and crankshaft sprockets.
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Fig. 53: Aligning Marks On Timing Chain With Marks On Camshaft & Crankshaft Sprockets
9. Install the LH timing chain tensioner arm and the LH timing chain tensioner.
1. Install the tensioner arm.
2. Position the tensioner.
3. Install the bolts.
4. Tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
Fig. 54: Identifying Timing Chain Tensioner Arm & Bolts

10. Install the crankshaft pulley bolt and rotate the crankshaft clockwise 120 degrees until the crankshaft
keyway is in the 3 o'clock position.
Fig. 55: Locating Crankshaft Keyway

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11. Verify that the RH camshafts are correctly positioned.

12. Install the RH timing chain and chain guide and install the bolts.
13. Install the RH timing chain tensioner and tensioner arm.

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Fig. 58: Identifying Tensioner Arm, Tensioner And Bolts

14. Remove the LH and RH timing chain tensioner piston retaining wires.
15. Rotate the crankshaft counterclockwise 120 degrees to TDC.
16. Verify the timing with the following steps.

1. There should be 12 chain links between the camshaft timing marks.
2. There should be 27 chain links between the camshaft and the crankshaft timing marks.
Fig. 59: Checking Chain Links Timing Marks
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17. Remove the crankshaft pulley bolt.

color).
18. Install the ignition pulse wheel.

19. Install the LH and RH spark plugs. For additional information, refer to ENGINE IGNITION - 3.0L (4V)
article.
20. Install the engine front cover. For additional information, refer to Engine Front Cover.
VALVE TRAIN COMPONENTS - EXPLODED VIEW
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Fig. 62: Valve Train Components - LH With Torque Specification


1 6A266 LH intake camshaft
2 6B280 Intake camshaft thrust bearing cap
Intake camshaft thrust bearing cap bolt (2
3 W710702
required)
4 6A258 Intake camshaft bearing cap (3 required)
Intake camshaft bearing cap bolt (6
5 W710702
required)
6 6A266 LH exhaust camshaft
7 6B280 Exhaust camshaft thrust bearing cap
8 W710702
Exhaust camshaft thrust bearing cap bolt
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(2 required)
Exhaust camshaft bearing cap (4
9 6B280
required)
Exhaust camshaft bearing cap bolt (8
10 W710702
required)
11 6A359 Coolant pump drive pulley
12 6K292 Camshaft oil seal
Camshaft oil seal retainer bolt (2
13 W701242
required)
14 6B293 Camshaft oil seal retainer
15 6B295 Camshaft oil seal retainer gasket
16 6529 Roller follower (12 required)
17 6518 Valve spring retainer key (24 required)
18 6514 Valve spring retainer (12 required)
19 6513 Valve spring (12 required)
20 6A517 Valve stem seal (12 required)
21 6C501 Hydraulic lash adjuster (12 required)
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Fig. 63: Valve Train Components - RH


1 6529 Roller follower
2 6518 Valve spring retainer key
3 6514 Valve spring retainer
4 6513 Valve spring
5 6A517 Valve stem seal
6 6C501 Hydraulic lash adjuster
7 W710702 Camshaft bearing cap bolt (16 required)
8 6B280 Camshaft bearing thrust cap (2 required)
9 6A258 Camshaft bearing cap (6 required)
10 6A266 Exhaust camshaft
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11 6A266 Intake camshaft
CAMSHAFTS - LH
Special Tools
Installer, Camshaft Oil Seal 303-464 (T94P-6256-BH)
303-458 (T94P-6312-AH3), part

Installer, Camshaft Pulley
of 303-S455
Installer, Power Steering Pump

211-185 (T91P-3A733-A)
Pulley
303-456 (T94P-6312-AH1), part

Plate, Water Pump Pulley
of 303-S455
Protector, Camshaft Oil Seal 303-463 (T94P-6256-AH)
303-457 (T94P-6312-AH2), part

Protector, Water Pump Shaft
of 303-S455

303-009 (T58P-6316-D)
Damper
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Remover, Oil Seal 303-409 (T92C-6700-CH)
303-459 (T94P-6312-AH4), part

Spacer, Water Pump Pulley
of 303-S455
Material
Item Specification
-
ZC-31
Motor Oil
REMOVAL
1. Remove the coolant pump belt. For additional information refer to ACCESSORY DRIVE - 3.0L (4V)
article.
2. Remove the timing drive components. For additional information, refer to Timing Drive Components.
CAUTION: Failure to use the correct special tools, assembled as shown in the
illustration, will result in damage to the coolant pump pulley and/or
special tools.
3. Using the special tools, remove the coolant pump pulley.
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Fig. 64: Removing Coolant Pump Pulley Using Special Tools (303-009, 303-456, 303-457)
CAUTION: Do not scratch the camshaft sealing surface while removing the
camshaft oil seal. If scratched, camshaft oil seal leakage may occur.
4. Using the special tools, remove and discard the camshaft oil seal.
Fig. 65: Identifying Special Tools (303-409)

5. Remove the 2 bolts and the camshaft oil seal retainer.

l Discard the press-in-place gasket.
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Fig. 66: Locating Camshaft Oil Seal Retainer & Bolts

CAUTION: Cylinder head camshaft bearing caps must be assembled in their

original positions. Some engines have factory markings on the
camshaft bearing caps (as shown in illustration). Engines that do not
have the factory markings must be marked for correct position and
orientation prior to removal. Failure to install the camshaft bearing
caps in their original position may result in severe engine damage.
6. If necessary, mark the camshaft bearing cap position and orientation as shown in the illustration.
Fig. 67: Marking Camshaft Bearing Caps

CAUTION: After loosening all of the camshaft bearing cap bolts, remove the
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camshaft bearing thrust caps (1L and 6L) first, or damage to the
thrust caps may occur.
NOTE: Make sure the camshaft bearing caps are marked as instructed in the
previous step.
7. Loosen the bolts evenly in the sequence shown.

1. Remove the camshaft bearing thrust caps (1L and 6L).
2. Remove the remaining camshaft bearing caps.
3. Remove the camshafts from the cylinder head.
Fig. 68: Identifying Loosening Sequence Of Camshaft Bearing Thrust Caps

INSTALLATION
1. Lubricate the camshafts with clean engine oil and carefully position the camshafts into the cylinder head.
l Align the camshafts as shown.
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CAUTION: The camshaft caps must be installed in their original positions or

damage to the engine may occur.
CAUTION: Do not install the camshaft journal thrust caps until all of the
camshaft bearing caps have been installed, or damage to the thrust
caps may occur.
2. Lubricate the bearing surfaces of the camshaft bearing caps with clean engine oil and install the bearing
caps.
l Loosely install the bolts.
Fig. 70: Locating Camshaft Bearing Caps Installing Sequence

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3. Lubricate the bearing surfaces of the camshaft bearing thrust caps with clean engine oil and install the
bearing thrust caps.
Fig. 71: Locating Camshaft Bearing Thrust Caps


Fig. 72: Identifying Tightening Sequence Of Bolts

NOTE: Clean the sealing surfaces with metal surface prep before installing a new
press-in-place gasket.
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5. Install the camshaft oil seal retainer and the 2 bolts.

Fig. 73: Locating Camshaft Oil Seal Retainer & Bolts

NOTE: Lubricate the camshaft oil seal with clean engine oil.
6. Using the special tools, install the camshaft oil seal.
Fig. 74: Identifying Special Tools (303-463, 303-464 And 211-185)

special tools.
7. Install the special tool in the camshaft as shown in the illustration.

l Adjust the collar on the special tool screw to get the best thread engagement in the rear of the
camshaft.
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Fig. 75: Installing Special Tool On Camshaft

special tools.
NOTE: Only the roller collared nut from the Power Steering Pump Pulley Installer
(211-185) is used on Camshaft Pulley Installer (303-485).
8. Position the coolant pump pulley over the previously installed special tool and on the end of the camshaft.
Install the special tools as shown in the illustration.
l Using the special tools, install a new service coolant pump pulley flush with the end of the
camshaft.
Fig. 76: Installing Coolant Pump Pulley Using Special Tools (211-185, 303-458, 303-459)
9. Install the timing drive components. For additional information, refer to Timing Drive Components.
10. Install the coolant pump belt. For additional information refer to ACCESSORY DRIVE - 3.0L (4V)
article.
CAMSHAFTS - RH
Material
Item Specification
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Motor Oil
REMOVAL

Fig. 77: Marking Camshaft Bearing Cap Positions

camshaft bearing thrust caps (5R and 1R) first, or damage to the
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previous step.

1. Remove the camshaft bearing thrust caps (5R and 1R).
Fig. 78: Identifying Loosening Sequence Of Camshaft Bearing Bolts

INSTALLATION
1. Lubricate the camshafts with clean engine oil and carefully position the camshafts into the cylinder head.
l Align the camshafts as shown.
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CAUTION: The camshaft caps must be installed in their original positions or

damage to the engine may occur.
CAUTION: Do not install the camshaft bearing thrust caps until all of the
caps may occur.
2. Lubricate the bearing surfaces of the camshaft bearing caps with clean engine oil and install the bearing
caps.
3. Lubricate the bearing surfaces of the camshaft bearing thrust caps with clean engine oil and install the


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CAMSHAFT ROLLER FOLLOWER
Special Tools
Compressor, Valve Spring 303-473 (T94P-6565-BH)
Material
Item Specification
Motor Oil
2. Remove the LH and RH valve covers. For additional information, refer to Valve Cover - LH and Valve
Cover - RH.
CAUTION: Only use hand tools when removing or installing the spark plugs or
damage may occur to the cylinder head or spark plug.
3. Remove the 6 spark plugs.

4. Remove the RH splash shield.

l To install, tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
5. Rotate the crankshaft until the camshaft lobe is pointing directly away from the roller follower.
6. Using the special tool, remove the roller followers.
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Fig. 81: Removing Roller Using Special Tool (303-473)

NOTE: Lubricate the camshaft followers with clean engine oil.
HYDRAULIC LASH ADJUSTER
Material
Item Specification
Motor Oil
1. Remove the camshaft roller followers. For additional information, refer to Camshaft Roller Follower.
NOTE: Mark the positions of the hydraulic lash adjusters to make sure they are
assembled in their original positions.
2. Remove the hydraulic lash adjusters.
NOTE: Inspect the hydraulic lash adjusters for scoring marks and uneven wear in
the bore. Install new lash adjusters if necessary.

l Lubricate the hydraulic lash adjusters with clean engine oil.
VALVE SPRING, RETAINER, AND SEAL
Special Tools
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Compressor, Valve Spring 303-473 (T94P-6565-BH)
Installer, Valve Stem Oil Seal 303-470 (T94P-6510-CH)
Material
Item Specification
Motor Oil
REMOVAL
1. Remove the camshaft roller followers. For additional information, refer to Camshaft Roller Follower.
NOTE: If air pressure has forced the piston to the bottom of the cylinder, any loss
of air pressure will allow the valve(s) to fall into the cylinder. A rubber
band, tape or string wrapped around the end of the valve stem will prevent
this from happening.
2. Pressurize the cylinder using compressed air.

3. Using the special tool, remove the key, retainer and the valve spring.
Fig. 82: Identifying Special Tool (303-473)

NOTE: Camshaft removed for clarity.
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4. Remove the valve seal.
Fig. 83: Locating Valve Seal

INSTALLATION
NOTE: Lubricate the valve guide with clean engine oil.
1. Using the special tool, install the valve seal.
Fig. 84: Installing Valve Seal

2. Using the special tool, install the valve spring, retainer and key.
Fig. 85: Identifying Special Tool (303-473)
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3. Install the camshaft roller followers. For additional information, refer to Camshaft Roller Follower.
CYLINDER HEAD - RH
Material
Item Specification
-
ZC-31
Motor Oil
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Fig. 86: Cylinder Head Components


1 6065 Cylinder head bolt (8 required)
2 6529 Camshaft roller follower (12 required)
4 6049 Cylinder head
5 6051 Cylinder head gasket
REMOVAL

2. Remove the lower intake manifold. For additional information, refer to Lower Intake Manifold.
3. Remove the coolant bypass tube. For additional information, refer to ENGINE COOLING article.
4. Remove the RH camshafts. For additional information, refer to Valve Train Components - Exploded
View and Camshafts - RH.
CAUTION: The camshaft roller followers must be installed in their original

positions. If not reassembled in their original positions, severe
engine damage may occur.
5. Remove the camshaft roller followers.
CAUTION: The hydraulic lash adjusters must be installed in their original


7. Remove the RH exhaust manifold. For additional information refer to EXHAUST SYSTEM article.
NOTE: New cylinder head bolts must be installed. They are torque-to-yield
designed and cannot be reused.
8. Remove the bolts in the sequence shown.
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Fig. 87: Identifying Removing Sequence Of Cylinder Head Bolts

9. Remove the cylinder head and support the cylinder head on a bench with the head gasket side up.
l Discard the gasket and the bolts.
NOTE: The straightedge used must be flat within 0.0051 mm (0.0002 in) per foot of
tool length.
10. Inspect all areas of the deck face with a straightedge and feeler gauge. The cylinder head must not have
depressions deeper than 0.0254 mm (0.001 in) across a 38.1 mm (1.5 in) square area, or scratches more
than 0.0254 mm (0.001 in).
INSTALLATION
cause scratches and gauges which make leak paths.
1. Use a plastic scraping tool to remove all traces of the head gasket.
l Clean all surfaces with metal surface prep.
2. Position a new gasket and the cylinder head.
3. Install the bolts and tighten in 6 stages in the sequence shown.

l Stage 2: Tighten bolts 90 degrees.
l Stage 5: Tighten 90 degrees.
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Fig. 88: Identifying Tightening Sequence Of Cylinder Head Bolts

4. Install the RH exhaust manifold. For additional information refer to EXHAUST SYSTEM article.

5. Install the hydraulic lash adjusters.


6. Install the camshaft roller followers.

l Lubricate the camshaft roller followers with clean engine oil.
7. Install the RH camshafts. For additional information, refer to Valve Train Components - Exploded
View and Camshafts - RH.
8. Install the coolant bypass tube. For additional information, refer to ENGINE COOLING article.
9. Install the lower intake manifold. For additional information, refer to Lower Intake Manifold.
CYLINDER HEAD - LH
Material
Item Specification
-
ZC-31
Motor Oil
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Fig. 89: Cylinder Head Components With Torque Specifications


1 6065 Cylinder head bolt (8 required)
2 6529 Camshaft roller follower (12 required)
4 6050 Cylinder head
5 8501 Coolant pump
6 W701544 Coolant pump bolts (3 required)
7 6750 Oil level indicator
8 6754 Oil level indicator tube
9 W701822 Oil level indicator tube stud bolt
10 110282 Oil level indicator tube O-ring
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11 6083 Cylinder head gasket
Fig. 90: Identifying Bolts With Torque Specifications


Upper radiator support bracket bolts (4
1 W707399
required)
REMOVAL

3. Remove the coolant bypass tube. For additional information, refer to ENGINE COOLING article.
4. Remove the LH camshafts. For additional information, refer to Valve Train Components - Exploded
View and Camshafts - LH.

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5. Remove the camshaft roller followers.


7. Remove the LH exhaust manifold. For additional information, refer to EXHAUST SYSTEM article.
8. Remove the 4 upper radiator support bracket bolts.
9. Remove the oil level indicator.
10. Remove the stud bolt and then remove the oil level indicator tube.
l Remove and discard the O-ring seal.
11. Remove the 3 bolts and position the coolant pump aside.
Fig. 91: Locating Coolant Pump And Bolts

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Fig. 92: Identifying Loosening Sequence Of Cylinder Head Bolts

13. Remove the cylinder head and support the cylinder head on a bench with the head gasket side up.
l Discard the gasket and the bolts.
tool length.
than 0.0254 mm (0.001 in).
INSTALLATION
1. Use a plastic scraping tool to remove all traces of the head gasket.
l Clean all surfaces with metal surface prep.
2. Position a new gasket and the cylinder head.
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3. Install the bolts and tighten in 6 stages in the sequence shown.

l Stage 2: Tighten bolts 90 degrees.
Fig. 93: Identifying Tightening Sequence Of Cylinder Head Bolts

4. Position the coolant pump and install the bolts.

NOTE: Install a new O-ring seal and lubricate with clean engine oil.
5. Install the oil level indicator tube and the stud bolt.
6. Install the oil level indicator.

7. Install the 4 upper radiator support bracket bolts.
8. Install the LH exhaust manifold. For additional information, refer to EXHAUST SYSTEM article.
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10. Install the camshaft roller followers.

l Lubricate the camshaft roller followers with clean engine oil.
11. Install the camshafts. For additional information, refer to Valve Train Components - Exploded View
and Camshafts - LH.
12. Install the coolant bypass tube. For additional information, refer to ENGINE COOLING article.
13. Install the lower intake manifold. For additional information, refer to Lower Intake Manifold.
ENGINE LUBRICATION COMPONENTS - EXPLODED VIEW
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Fig. 94: Engine Lubrication Components - Exploded View With Torque Specifications

1 W701605 Oil pan-to-engine bolt (10 required)
2 W701606 Oil pan-to-engine stud bolt (5 required)
3 W500120 Oil pan-to-transaxle bolt (2 required)
4 6675 Oil pan
5 6710 Oil pan gasket
6 W701582 Oil pump screen and pickup tube nut
Oil pump screen and pickup tube bolts (2
7 W700005
required)
8 6622 Oil pump screen and pickup tube
9 6625 Oil pump screen and pickup tube O-ring
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seal
10 W701542 Oil pan baffle nut (7 required)
11 6687 Oil pan baffle
Fig. 95: Oil Pump


1 W500300 Oil pump bolt (4 required)
2 6621 Oil pump
OIL PAN
Material
Item Specification
-
ZC-31
Motor Oil
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TA-30 WSE-M4G323-A4
REMOVAL

2. Remove the exhaust Y-pipe. For additional information, refer to EXHAUST SYSTEM article.
3. Drain the engine oil and install the drain plug.
4. Remove and discard the oil filter.

5. Remove the 2 oil pan-to-transaxle bolts.
NOTE: For reference during installation, mark the location of the stud bolts.
6. Remove the 10 bolts, 5 stud bolts and the oil pan.

l Remove and discard the oil pan gasket.
INSTALLATION
1. Use a plastic scraping tool to remove all traces of the oil pan gasket.
l Clean all sealing surfaces with metal surface prep and install a new oil pan gasket.
NOTE: The oil pan must be installed and the bolts tightened within 4 minutes of
sealant application.
2. Apply a 10 mm (0.40 in) diameter dot of silicone sealant to the areas indicated.
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Fig. 96: Identifying Area For Applying Sealant With Specification

3. Position the oil pan and loosely install the bolts and stud bolts.
4. Install the 2 oil pan-to-transaxle bolts.
5. Tighten the oil pan-to-engine bolts and stud bolts in the sequence shown to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
Fig. 97: Identifying Tightening Sequence Of Oil Pan-To-Engine Bolts And Stud Bolts
NOTE: Lubricate the engine oil filter gasket with clean engine oil prior to
installing.
6. Install a new oil filter.

l Tighten to 5 Nm (44 lb-in) and then rotate an additional 180 degrees.
7. Install the exhaust Y-pipe. For additional information, refer to EXHAUST SYSTEM article.
OIL PUMP SCREEN AND PICKUP TUBE
Material
Item Specification

Motor Oil
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XO-5W20-QSP (US); Motorcraft SAE 5W-20

Super Premium Motor Oil CXO-5W20-LSP12 WSS-M2C930-A
REMOVAL

foreign material, including any material created while cleaning gasket
surfaces that enters the oil passages, coolant passages or the oil pan, may
2. Remove the oil pan. For additional information, refer to Engine Lubrication Components - Exploded
View and Oil Pan.
3. Remove the bolts, nut and the oil pump screen and pickup tube.
Fig. 98: Locating Oil Pump Screen & Pickup Tube Bolts
INSTALLATION
1. Install a new O-ring seal on the oil pump screen and pickup tube.
l Lubricate the O-ring seal with clean engine oil.
2. Install the oil pump screen and pickup tube.

1. Position the oil pump screen and pickup tube.
2. Install the bolts and tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
3. Install the nut and tighten in 2 stages.
l Stage 1: Tighten to 5 Nm (44 lb-in).
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Fig. 99: Identifying Oil Pump Screen, Pickup Tube & Bolts
3. Install the oil pan. For additional information, refer to Oil Pan.
OIL PAN BAFFLE

2. Remove the oil pump screen and pickup tube. For additional information, refer to Engine Lubrication
Components - Exploded View and Oil Pump Screen and Pickup Tube.
3. Remove the 7 nuts and the oil pan baffle.
l To install tighten the oil pan baffle nuts in 2 stages.
l Stage 2: Tighten an additional 45 degrees.
OIL PUMP
REMOVAL

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3. Remove the oil pump screen and pickup tube. For additional information, refer to Engine Lubrication
Fig. 100: Identifying Removing Sequence Of Oil Pump Bolts

INSTALLATION
1. Position the oil pump and install the bolts.

Fig. 101: Identifying Tightening Sequence Of Oil Pump Bolts

2. Install the oil pump screen and pickup tube. For additional information, refer to Engine Lubrication
ENGINE OIL PRESSURE (EOP) SWITCH
Material
Item Specification
Thread Sealant with PTFE
WSK-M2G350-A2
TA-24
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Fig. 102: Engine Oil Pressure (EOP) Switch With Torque Specification

1 16102 RH lower splash shield
2 W706713 RH lower splash shield pin-type retainer
3 W707257 RH lower splash shield bolt (5 required)
Engine oil pressure (EOP) switch
4 14A464
5 9278 EOP switch
6 6714 Engine oil filter
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2. Remove the pin-type retainer, 5 bolts and the RH lower splash shield.
NOTE: Lubricate the engine oil filter gasket with clean engine oil prior to
installing.
3. Remove the engine oil filter.

l To install, tighten to 5 Nm (44 lb-in) and then rotate an additional 180 degrees.
4. Disconnect the engine oil pressure (EOP) switch electrical connector.

5. Remove the EOP switch.

l Apply Thread Sealant with PTFE to the EOP switch threads.
OIL LEVEL INDICATOR AND TUBE
Material
Item Specification
Motor Oil
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Fig. 103: Oil Level Indicator and Tube With Torque Specification

1 6750 Oil level indicator
2 W701822 Oil level indicator tube stud bolt
4 110282 Oil level indicator O-ring seal
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Fig. 104: Radiator Hose With Torque Specifications


Upper radiator support bracket bolts (4
5 W707399
required)
Upper radiator hose retaining clips (2
6 -
required) (part of 8B274)
7 8B274 Upper radiator hose
1. Detach the upper radiator hose from the 2 retaining clips on the cooling fan shroud.
l Position the hose aside.
2. Remove the 4 upper radiator support bracket bolts.

3. Remove the oil level indicator.

4. Remove the stud bolt and then remove the oil level indicator tube by guiding it between the radiator
support and the cooling fan.
NOTE: Install a new O-ring seal and lubricate with clean engine oil.
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NOTE: Installation of the oil level indicator may require the assistance of a
second technician to align the tube with the orifice.
ENGINE SUPPORT INSULATORS
Special Tools
3-Bar Engine Support Kit 303-F072
Lifting Brackets, Engine 303-050 (T70P-6000)
Universal Adapter Brackets 014-0001
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Fig. 105: Engine Support Insulator Components With Torque Specifications


1 N621942 Ground wire eyelet nut
2 - Ground wire eyelet
Engine support insulator bracket nuts (3
3 N621942
required)
4 W709667 Engine support insulator bracket bolt
5 6061 Engine support insulator bracket
Engine support insulator bolts (3
6 W500233
required)
7 6068 Engine support insulator
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2. Remove the engine support insulator bracket bolt.
3. Install the special tools.

1. Position the 2 universal adapter brackets on top of the cylinder block.
2. Install 2 M8 x 1.25 x 36 mm (1.41 in) bolts and tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
3. Position the universal lifting bracket onto the 2 universal adapter brackets.
4. Fasten the universal lifting bracket to the 2 universal adapter brackets with a suitable nut and bolt.

4. Using the special tools, lift the engine 12 mm (0.47 in).
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Fig. 107: Lifting Engine 12 mm (0.47 in)

5. Remove the nut and ground wire eyelet from the engine support insulator bracket stud.
6. Remove the 3 nuts and the engine support insulator bracket.

7. Remove the 3 bolts and the engine support insulator.

REMOVAL
ENGINE
Special Tools
Engine Lifting Bracket Set 303-1140
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Front Drive Halfshaft Remover 205-241 (T86P-3514-A)
Powertrain Lift with Tilting Plate 014-00765
205-290 (T89P-3514-B) (use with

Remover, Halfshaft (Plate)
205-043)
Slide Hammer 101-001
303-D089 (D93P-6001-A3) or
Spreader Bar
equivalent
Tie-Rod End Remover 211-105 (T85M-3395-A)
REMOVAL
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2. Release the fuel system pressure. For additional information, refer to FUEL SYSTEM - GENERAL
3. Remove the battery tray. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES
article.
4. Remove the air cleaner outlet pipe and air cleaner. For additional information, refer to INTAKE AIR
DISTRIBUTION AND FILTERING - 3.0L (4V) article.
5. Remove the front wheels and tires. For additional information, refer to WHEELS AND TIRES article.
6. Remove the lower splash shields.
Fig. 108: Splash Shields

7. Disconnect the catalyst monitor sensor electrical connector and the 2 wiring harness retainers.
Fig. 109: Identifying Wiring Harness Retainers

8. Remove the 4 bolts and the lateral support crossmember.
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Fig. 110: Identifying Lateral Support Crossmember And Bolts

9. Remove and discard the 6 exhaust Y-pipe-to-catalytic converter nuts.
Fig. 111: Identifying Nuts

10. Detach the exhaust hanger and remove the exhaust Y-pipe.
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Fig. 112: Identifying Exhaust Hanger

11. Remove the LH and RH brake hose retainers and ABS sensor wiring harness bolts.
Fig. 113: Identifying Hose Retainer And Bolt

12. Remove the LH and RH stabilizer link-to-strut nuts.
Fig. 114: Identifying Nut

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13. Remove the LH and RH tie-rod end nuts.
Fig. 115: Identifying Tie-Rod End Nut

14. Using the special tool, separate the LH and RH tie-rod ends from the steering knuckles.
Fig. 116: Disconnecting LH And RH Tie Rod End From Steering Knuckle
15. Remove the LH and RH lower ball joint pinch bolts and nuts.
l Separate the steering knuckles from the lower ball joints.
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Fig. 117: Identifying Bolt And Nut

16. Using the special tools, separate the LH halfshaft from the transaxle.
l Support the halfshaft with a length of mechanic's wire.
Fig. 118: Removing Front Drive Halfshaft From Differential

17. Using the special tools, separate the RH halfshaft from the intermediate shaft.
l Support the halfshaft with a length of mechanic's wire.
Fig. 119: Removing RH Outer Halfshaft Using Special Tools

18. Remove the 2 intermediate shaft retaining nuts.

l Remove the intermediate shaft.
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Fig. 120: Locating Intermediate Shaft Retaining Nuts

All wheel drive (AWD) vehicles
CAUTION: Do not reuse the driveshaft flange bolts and washers. Install new
bolts and washers or damage to the vehicle may occur.
NOTE: Index-mark the drive shaft flange and power transfer unit (PTU) flange for
installation.
19. Remove and discard the 6 front driveshaft-to-PTU bolts and washers.
l Position the driveshaft aside and support with mechanic's wire.
Fig. 121: Locating Driveshaft-To-Power Take Off Bolts & Washers

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20. Rotate the accessory drive belt tensioner counterclockwise and remove the accessory drive belt.
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Fig. 122: Rotating Drive Belt Tensioner

21. Drain the engine coolant. For additional information, refer to ENGINE COOLING article.
22. Drain the engine oil and install the drain plug.
23. Disconnect the A/C clutch field coil electrical connector.
Fig. 123: Identifying Connector

24. Remove the 3 bolts and position the A/C compressor aside.
Fig. 124: IdentifyingBolts

25. Remove the 3 accessory drive belt idler pulley assembly bolts.
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l Detach the wiring harness retainer and remove the idler pulley assembly.

26. Remove the front roll restrictor bolt and the 2 bolts for the engine support cross brace.
Fig. 126: Identifying Front Roll Restrictor Bolt & Bolts For Engine Support Crossmember
27. Remove the rear nut and the engine support crossmember.
l Discard the nut.
Fig. 127: Identifying Cross Brace And Rear Nut

28. Disconnect the 2 transmission cooler tubes (1 shown).
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Fig. 128: Locating Transmission Cooler Tubes

29. Loosen the transaxle cooler tube fitting.

l Remove the bracket bolt and the transaxle cooler tube.
Fig. 129: Identifying Bracket Bolt And Cooler Tube

30. Disconnect the EGR tube fitting from the converter.
Fig. 130: Locating EGR Tube-To-RH Catalytic Converter Fitting

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Fig. 131: Locating Accelerator Cable Snow Shield Bolts

32. Disconnect the accelerator cable and the speed control actuator cable.
l Remove the 2 accelerator cable bracket bolts.
Fig. 132: Accelerator Cable, Speed Control Actuator Cable & Cable Bracket Bolts
33. Remove the bolt and position the cables and brackets aside.
Fig. 133: Cable Bracket

34. Disconnect the upper and lower radiator hoses.
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Fig. 134: Locating Hoses

35. Disconnect the heater hoses and the throttle body coolant hose.
Fig. 135: Locating Heater Hoses & Throttle Body Coolant Hose
36. Detach the transaxle vent tube retainer from the throttle body.
Fig. 136: Identifying Retainer

37. Disconnect the fuel supply tube quick connect coupling. For additional information, refer to FUEL
SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION article.
38. Disconnect the gearshift cable from the transaxle.
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Fig. 137: Identifying Gearshift Cable

39. Disconnect the wire harness retainer from the shift cable bracket, remove the 2 remaining bolts, and
position the cable and bracket aside.
Fig. 138: Identifying Harness Retainer And Bolts

40. Disconnect the differential pressure feedback EGR sensor electrical connector and detach the pin-type
retainer.
Fig. 139: Locating EGR Sensor Electrical Connector

41. Disconnect the EGR tube fitting and remove the EGR tube and the differential pressure feedback EGR
sensor as an assembly.
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Fig. 140: Locating Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Tube

42. Disconnect the evaporative emissions (EVAP) canister purge valve tube from the intake manifold.
Fig. 141: Locating Vacuum Tube Retainer

43. Disconnect the brake booster vacuum tube from the intake manifold.
Fig. 142: Identifying Brake Booster Vacuum Tube

44. Disconnect the manifold absolute pressure (MAP) sensor vacuum tube and electrical connector.
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Fig. 143: Locating Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) Sensor Vacuum Tube & Electrical
Connector
45. Disconnect the PCM electrical connectors and remove the nut.
Fig. 144: Locating Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Electrical Connectors

46. Remove the bolt and detach the ground wire.
Fig. 145: Locating Ground Wire & Bolt

47. Remove the nut and disconnect the cable from the power distribution box.
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48. Disconnect the electrical connector from the power distribution box.
Fig. 147: Power Distribution Box Electrical Connector

49. Remove the bolt and disconnect the ground wire and the electrical connector.
Fig. 148: Locating Ground Strap & Electrical Connector

50. Detach the wiring harness retainers from the battery tray bracket.
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Fig. 149: Wiring Harness Retainers

51. Remove the nut and disconnect the wire from the battery cable.
Fig. 150: Locating Battery Cable And Nut

52. Remove the nut and the ground wire from the engine mount stud.
Fig. 151: Identifying Stud

53. If equipped, disconnect the engine block heater electrical connector.
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Fig. 152: Locating Engine Block Heater Electrical Connector

54. Disconnect the output shaft speed (OSS) sensor electrical connector and remove the bolt and the OSS
sensor.
Fig. 153: Locating Output Shaft Speed (OSS) Sensor Electrical Connector
55. Remove the torque converter inspection cover.
Fig. 154: Locating Torque Converter Inspection Cover

56. Remove the 4 torque converter nuts.
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Fig. 155: Locating Torque Converter Nuts

57. Remove the 2 oil pan-to-transaxle bolts.
Fig. 156: Locating Oil Pan-To-Transaxle Bolts

58. Remove the 2 nuts and the transaxle-to-engine stud.
Fig. 157: Locating Transaxle Bolt

CAUTION: Do not allow the engine oil pan to rest on the powertrain lift. Doing so
may cause damage to the oil pan.
59. Using the special tools, secure the engine and transaxle to the powertrain lift.
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Fig. 158: Securing Engine & Transaxle To Powertrain Lift Using Special Tool (014-0001)
NOTE: The next 5 steps must be carried out with the vehicle raised and the
powertrain lift in position.
60. Remove the RH transaxle support insulator bolt.
Fig. 159: Locating RH Transaxle Support Insulator Bolt

61. Remove the bolt, nuts and the RH transaxle support insulator.
Fig. 160: Locating Transaxle Support Insulator Bolt & Nuts

62. Remove the rear transaxle support bolt.
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Fig. 161: Locating Transaxle Mount Bolt

63. Remove the 3 engine support bracket nuts and the bolt.
l Remove the engine support bracket.
Fig. 162: Identifying Nuts And Bolt

64. Lower the powertrain from the vehicle.

65. Disconnect the LH heated exhaust gas oxygen (HEGO) sensor and LH catalyst monitor sensor electrical
connectors.
l Detach the 3 pin-type retainers from the transaxle support bracket.
Fig. 163: Locating Heated Oxygen & Catalyst Monitor Sensor Electrical Connectors
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66. Disconnect the transmission range (TR) sensor electrical connector.
Fig. 164: Locating Transmission Range (TR) Sensor Electrical Connector

67. Disconnect the transaxle electronic control switch electrical connector.
Fig. 165: Locating Transaxle Wiring Harness Electronic Control Switch Electrical Connector
68. Detach the wiring harness from the bracket.
Fig. 166: Identifying Bracket

69. Disconnect the turbine speed sensor (TSS) electrical connector.

l Detach the 2 wiring harness retainers.
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Fig. 167: Identifying (TSS) Connector And Wiring Harness Retainers

AWD vehicles
70. Disconnect the RH HO2S electrical connector.
Fig. 168: Identifying RH HO2S Connector

71. Remove the 6 RH exhaust manifold nuts and the manifold.

l Discard the nuts and gasket.
Fig. 169: Locating Nuts & Gasket

72. Remove and discard the 6 RH exhaust manifold studs.
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Fig. 170: Locating Exhaust Manifold Studs

73. Remove the 6 bolts and the halfshaft support bracket.
Fig. 171: Locating Half Shaft Support Bracket & Bolts

74. Remove the bolt, detach the pin-type retainer and position the power transfer unit (PTU) vent tube aside.
Fig. 172: Locating Pin-Type Retainer & Bolt

75. Remove the 3 PTU bolts.
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Fig. 173: Locating PTU Bolts

76. Remove the bolt and the PTU.
Fig. 174: Locating Transfer Case Bolt & Transfer Case Unit
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77. Remove the nut and detach wiring harness retainer.

78. Remove the 2 stud bolts and position the EGR regulator aside.
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NOTE: When installing the lower half of the lifting bracket it will be easier to
loosely install the upper bolt first then install the lower bolt.
79. Install the lower half of the special tool.
Fig. 177: Identifying Lower Half Of Lifting Hook

80. Install the upper half of the special tool.
Fig. 178: Identifying Upper Half Of Lifting Hook

81. Install the special tools to the front of the RH cylinder head.
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82. Install the special tools to the rear of the LH cylinder head.

83. Using the special tools and a suitable engine crane, remove the engine and transaxle from the lift table.
Fig. 181: Identifying Special Tools

84. Remove the 5 remaining transaxle-to-engine bolts (3 shown).
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Fig. 182: Locating Transaxle-To-Engine Bolts

85. Using the special tools and a suitable engine crane, separate the engine and transaxle.

DISASSEMBLY
ENGINE
Special Tools
303-456 (T94P-6312-AH1), part

Plate, Water Pump Pulley
of 303-S455
303-457 (T94P-6312-AH2), part

Protector, Water Pump Shaft
of 303-S455
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Remover, Crankshaft Rear Oil

303-519 (T95P-6701-EH)
Seal

303-009 (T58P-6316-D)
Damper
Remover, Oil Seal 303-409 (T92C-6700CH)
Slide Hammer 307-005 (T59L-100-B)
Socket, Exhaust Gas Oxygen

303-476 (T94P-9472-A)
Sensor
Strap Wrench 303-D055 (D85L-6000-A)
Material
Item Specification
Penetrating and Lock Lubricant
-
XL-1 (US); CXC-51-A (Canada)

NOTE: For additional information, refer to the exploded view under the assembly
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procedure in this article.
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1. Remove the bolts and the flexplate.
Fig. 184: Locating Flexplate & Bolts

2. Remove the engine-to-transaxle separator plate.
Fig. 185: Locating Engine-To-Transaxle Separator Plate

3. Using the special tools, remove and discard the crankshaft rear oil seal.
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4. Mount the engine on a suitable stand.

5. Detach the wiring harness connectors from the upper intake manifold.
Fig. 187: Locating Engine Control Sensor Wiring Connectors

6. Detach the wiring harness retainer, remove the nut and the catalyst monitor sensor electrical connector
bracket.
Fig. 188: Locating Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) Electrical Connector Bracket
7. Disconnect the crankshaft position (CKP) sensor electrical connector and detach the wiring harness
retainers.
Fig. 189: Locating Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Electrical Connector
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8. Disconnect the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) vacuum regulator electrical connector.
Fig. 190: Identifying (EGR) Connector

9. Remove the 2 wiring harness retaining nuts.
Fig. 191: Locating Engine Control Wiring Harness & Nuts

10. Disconnect the idle air control (IAC) valve and the throttle position (TP) sensor electrical connectors.
l Detach the wiring harness retainer.
Fig. 192: Identifying (IAC) Valve, (TP) Connector And Retainer

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11. Remove the PCV tube.
Fig. 193: Identifying PCV Tube

12. Disconnect the fuel rail pressure and temperature sensor electrical connector and vacuum tube.
Fig. 194: Locating Fuel Rail Pressure & Temperature Sensor Electrical Connector
13. Disconnect the throttle body coolant hose.
Fig. 195: Locating Throttle Body Coolant Hose

14. Remove the bolts and upper intake manifold.

l Discard the gaskets.
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Fig. 196: Locating Upper Intake Manifold Bolts

15. Disconnect the engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor electrical connector.
Fig. 197: Locating Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor Electrical Connector
16. Disconnect the RH coil-on-plug electrical connectors.

Fig. 198: Identifying Connectors

17. Disconnect the radio interference capacitor electrical connector.

l Detach the wiring harness retainers.
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Fig. 199: Locating Radio Interference Capacitor Electrical Connector

18. Disconnect the LH coil-on-plug electrical connectors.

Fig. 200: Coil-On-Plug Electrical Connectors & Wiring Retainers

19. Disconnect the camshaft position sensor (CMP) and engine oil pressure (EOP) switch electrical
connectors.
l Detach the wiring harness retainers.
Fig. 201: Locating Camshaft Position Sensor (CMP) & Oil Pressure Sensor Electrical Connectors
& Wiring Retainers
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20. Disconnect the generator electrical connector.

21. Remove the nut and the B+ wire from the generator.

22. Disconnect the 6 fuel injector electrical connectors.
Fig. 204: Locating Fuel Injector Electrical Connectors

23. Detach the 2 wiring harness retainers (1 shown).

l Remove the fuel charging wiring harness from the engine.
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Fig. 205: Identifying Harness Retainer

24. Remove the nut and detach the 4 wiring harness retainers.
l Remove the B+ harness from the engine.
Fig. 206: Identifying Harness Retianers

25. Remove the bolts and the lower intake manifold.

Fig. 207: Locating Lower Intake Manifold Bolts

NOTE: When removing the coil-on-plugs, a slight twisting motion will break the
seal and ease removal.
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26. Remove the bolts and the 6 coil-on-plugs.
Fig. 208: Coil-On-Plug Bolts

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27. Disconnect the RH heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) electrical connector.

28. Remove the 6 nuts, the RH exhaust manifold and the gasket.
l Discard the gasket and nuts.
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Fig. 210: Locating Gasket & Nuts

29. Remove and discard the 6 RH exhaust manifold studs.

30. Remove the bolts and the halfshaft support bracket.
Fig. 212: Locating Halfshaft Support Bracket & Bolts

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31. Remove the bolt, 2 nuts and the generator.
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32. Remove the 3 bolts and the A/C compressor bracket.

33. Remove the EOP switch and, if equipped, the block heater.
Fig. 215: Locating Oil Pressure Sender

34. Remove the stud bolt and the oil level indicator and tube.
Fig. 216: Oil Level Indicator Tube & Nut

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NOTE: If necessary, lubricate the sensor threads with penetrating and lock
lubricant to assist in removal.
35. Using the special tool, remove the HO2S.
Fig. 217: Identifying Special Oxygen Sensor Tool

36. Remove the nuts, the LH exhaust manifold and the gasket.
l Discard the gasket and nuts.
Fig. 218: Identifying Nuts

37. Remove and discard the 6 LH exhaust manifold studs.
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38. Remove and discard the oil filter.
Fig. 220: Identifying Oil Filter

39. Cut and discard the coolant pump belt.
Fig. 221: Locating Coolant Pump Belt

special tools.
40. Using the special tools, remove the coolant pump pulley.
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Fig. 222: Removing Coolant Pump Pulley Using Special Tools (303-009, 303-456, 303-457)
41. Disconnect the 2 hoses and remove the thermostat housing.
Fig. 223: Locating Coolant Tube

42. Remove the nut, stud bolt and the coolant bypass tube.
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Fig. 224: Locating Coolant Bypass Tube Bolt & Nut

43. Disconnect the coolant pump hose from the cylinder block outlet.
Fig. 225: Locating Coolant Pump Hose From Cylinder Block Outlet
44. Remove the 3 bolts and the coolant pump.
Fig. 226: Identifying Coolant Pump Assembly Bolts

45. Remove the nut and the radio interference capacitor.
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Fig. 227: Locating Radio Interference Capacitor Nut

46. Remove the bolts and the RH valve cover.

l Discard the gasket.
Fig. 228: Locating RH Valve Cover Bolts

47. Remove the bolts and the LH valve cover.

Fig. 229: Locating LH Valve Cover Bolts

48. Remove the bolts, studs and the oil pan.

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Fig. 230: Locating Oil Pan Gasket Bolts & Stud Bolts
49. Remove the bolts, nut and the oil pump screen and pickup tube.
Fig. 231: Locating Oil Pump Screen & Pickup Tube Bolts
50. Remove and discard the O-ring seal.
Fig. 232: Locating O-Ring Seal

51. Remove the nuts and the oil pan baffle.
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Fig. 233: Locating Oil Pan Baffle Nuts

52. Remove the 3 bolts and the accessory drive belt tensioner, LH and center idler pulley.
Fig. 234: Locating Accessory Drive Belt Tensioner And Idler Pulleys
53. Use the special tool to hold the crankshaft pulley and remove the bolt.
54. Using the special tool, remove the crankshaft pulley.
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Fig. 236: Removing Crankshaft Pulley Using Special Tool (303-009)

55. Remove and discard the crankshaft front seal.
Fig. 237: Removing Crankshaft Front Seal Using Special Tool (303-409)
other abrasive means to clean the sealing surface. These tools cause
scratches and gouges, which make leak paths. Use a plastic scraping
tool to remove all traces of sealant.
56. Remove the 14 bolts, 2 stud bolts and the front cover.
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Fig. 238: Locating Engine Front Cover Bolts

color).
57. Remove the ignition pulse wheel.

CAUTION: Only use hand tools when removing or installing the spark plugs or
damage can occur to the cylinder head or spark plug.
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58. Remove the LH and RH spark plugs.
Fig. 240: Spark Plugs

59. Install the crankshaft pulley bolt.

60. Rotate the crankshaft clockwise to position the crankshaft keyway in the 11 o'clock position and position
the camshafts in the correct position. This will position the No. 1 cylinder at top dead center (TDC).
l Verify that the camshafts are correctly located. If not, rotate the crankshaft one additional turn and
recheck.
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Fig. 242: Identifying Crankshaft Keyway In 11 O'Clock Position

61. Rotate the crankshaft clockwise 120 degrees to the 3 o'clock position to position the RH camshafts in the
neutral position.
Fig. 243: Identifying Crankshaft Keyway

62. Verify that the RH camshafts are in the neutral position.

63. Remove the RH timing chain tensioner arm.

1. Remove the 2 bolts.
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Fig. 245: Identifying RH Timing Chain Tensioner Arm & Bolts

64. Remove the bolts, RH timing chain guide and the timing chain.
Fig. 246: Locating Timing Chain Guide & Bolts

65. Rotate the crankcase clockwise 600 degrees (1-2/3 turns) to position the crankcase keyway in the 11
o'clock position. This will position the LH camshafts in the neutral position.
Fig. 247: Positioning Crankcase Key Way In 11 O'Clock Position

66. Verify the LH camshafts are in the neutral position.
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67. Remove the LH timing chain and tensioner arm.

1. Remove the 2 bolts.
Fig. 249: Locating LH Timing Chain & Tensioner Arm

68. Remove the LH timing chain and timing chain guide.
Fig. 250: Locating Timing Chain & Timing Chain Guide

69. Remove the crankshaft pulley bolt and the crankshaft sprocket.
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Fig. 251: Locating Damper Bolt & Crankshaft Sprockets

70. Remove the 4 bolts in the sequence shown.

l Remove the oil pump.
Fig. 252: Identifying Removal Sequence Of Oil Pump Bolts

CAUTION: Do not scratch the camshaft sealing surface while removing the
camshaft oil seal. If scratched, camshaft oil seal leakage may occur.
71. Using the special tools, remove the camshaft oil seal and discard.
Fig. 253: Identifying Special Tools (303-409)

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72. Remove the 2 bolts and the camshaft oil seal retainer.
l Discard the press-in-place gasket.
Fig. 254: Locating Camshaft Oil Seal Retainer And Bolts


Fig. 255: Identifying Bearing Cap Position And Orientation Marks
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camshaft bearing thrust caps (1L and 6L) first, or damage to the
previous step.

1. Remove the camshaft bearing thrust caps (1L and 6L).
Fig. 256: Camshaft Bearing Cap Bolts Loosening Sequence


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Fig. 257: Identifying Bearing Cap Position And Orientation Marks

camshaft bearing thrust caps (5R and 1R) first, or damage to the
previous step.

1. Remove the camshaft bearing thrust caps (5R and 1R).
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Fig. 258: Camshaft Bearing Cap Bolts Loosening Sequence


NOTE: RH shown, LH similar.
77. Remove the LH and RH camshaft roller followers.

l Mark the location of the roller followers, using a permanent-type marker.
Fig. 259: Locating Camshaft Roller Followers

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79. Loosen the bolts in the indicated sequence and remove the LH and RH cylinder heads.
l Discard the bolts and the gaskets.
Fig. 260: Identifying Loosening Sequence Of Cylinder Heads Bolts

80. Support the cylinder head on a bench with the head gasket side up.
tool length.
than 0.0254 mm (0.001 in).
82. Remove the bolts and the oil separator cover.
Fig. 261: Locating Oil Separator Cover Bolts

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83. Remove the crankshaft key.
Fig. 262: Locating Crankshaft Key

DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY OF SUBASSEMBLIES

CYLINDER HEAD
Special Tools
Compressor, Valve Spring 303-300 (T87C-6565-A)
Compressor, Valve Spring 303-350 (T89P-6565-A)
Installer, Valve Stem Oil Seal 303-470 (T94P-6510-CH)
Material
Item Specification
Motor Oil
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Fig. 263: Cylinder Head Components


1 6518 Valve spring retainer key (24 required)
2 6514 Valve spring retainer (12 required)
3 6513 Valve spring (12 required)
4 6A517 Valve stem seal (12 required)
5 6505 Intake valve (6 required)
6 6507 Exhaust valve (6 required)
DISASSEMBLY
CAUTION: If the components are to be reinstalled, they must be installed in the same
positions. Mark the components removed for locations. If not reassembled
in their original positions, severe engine damage may occur.
1. Using the special tool, remove the keys, retainer and spring.
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2. Remove the valve from the cylinder head.

3. Remove the valve stem seal.
ASSEMBLY
1. Using the special tool, install the valve stem seal.
Fig. 265: Installing Valve Stem Seal

2. Install the valve.

3. Using the special tool, install the valve spring, retainer and key.
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ASSEMBLY
ENGINE
Special Tools
Installer, Camshaft Oil Seal 303-464 (T94P-6256-BH)
303-458 (T94P-6312-AH3), part

Installer, Camshaft Pulley
of 303-S455
Installer, Crankshaft Rear Main

303-178 (T82L-6701-A)
Oil Seal
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Installer, Crankshaft Vibration

303-102 (T74P-6316-B)
Damper
Installer, Front Cover Oil Seal 303-335 (T88T-6701-A)
Installer, Power Steering Pump

211-185 (T91P-3A733-A)
Pulley
Installer Bolts, Crankshaft Rear

303-384 (T91P-6701-A)
Main Oil Seal
Protector, Camshaft Oil Seal 303-463 (T94P-6256-AH)
Socket, Exhaust Gas Oxygen

303-476 (T94P-9472-A)
Sensor
303-459 (T94P-6312-AH4), part

Spacer, Water Pump Pulley
of 303-S455
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303-D089 (D93P-6001-A3) or
Spreader Bar
equivalent
Material
Item Specification
High Temperature Nickel Anti-Seize Lubricant
ESE-M12A4-A
XL-2 (US); CXG-2-B (Canada)
-
ZC-31
Motor Oil
Silicone Brake Caliper Grease and Dielectric
Compound ESE-M1C171-A
XG-3-A
WSE-M4G323-A4
TA-30
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Fig. 267: Exploded View Of Engine Components (1 Of 2)


1 12A227 Ignition pulse wheel
2 6L266 RH timing chain tensioner
3 6K255 RH timing chain tensioner arm
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4 6268 RH timing chain

5 6M256 RH timing chain guide
6 6306 Crankshaft sprocket
7 6L266 LH timing chain tensioner
8 6K255 LH timing chain tensioner arm
9 6268 LH timing chain
10 6B297 LH timing chain guide
11 6621 Oil pump
12 W701923 Cup plug
13 6B752 Oil separator gasket
14 - Cover
15 8A505 Water inlet tube
16 6701 Crankshaft rear oil seal
17 - Spacer plate
18 6375 Flexplate
19 - Engine oil pressure (EOP) switch
20 W705934 Woodruff key
21 6622 Oil pickup tube and screen
22 6687 Oil pan baffle
23 6714 Oil filter
24 6675 Oil pan
25 10300 Generator
26 19A216 LH accessory drive belt idler pulley
27 6B209 Accessory drive belt tensioner
28 6700 Crankshaft front seal
29 6316 Crankshaft vibration damper
30 W701511 Crankshaft vibration damper washer
31 W701512 Crankshaft vibration damper bolt
32 6B288 Crankshaft position (CKP) sensor
33 6C315 Camshaft position (CMP) sensor
34 6C348 Center accessory drive belt idler pulley
35 6019 Front cover
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Fig. 268: Exploded View Of Engine (2 Of 2)


1 6582 RH valve cover
2 18801 Radio ignition interference capacitor
3 12B637 Engine control sensor and fuel charging
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wiring harness
4 - PCV valve
5 - PCV tube
6 9424 Upper intake manifold
7 9J472 EGR vacuum regulator
8 9D460 EGR valve
9 9E498 Vacuum harness
10 9F715 Idle air control (IAC) valve
11 9E926 Throttle body (TB)
12 4682 Fuel rail pressure and temperature sensor
13 9F792 Fuel rail
14 9J477 Lower intake manifold
15 12A366 Coil-on-plug (6 required)
16 6A505 LH valve cover
17 6A359 Coolant pump drive pulley
18 6B293 Rear seal retainer
19 6A258 Camshaft journal cap
20 6B280 Camshaft bearing cap
21 6A269 LH exhaust camshaft
22 8548 Coolant bypass tube
23 6A267 LH intake camshaft
24 12405 Spark plug
25 6C501 Hydraulic lash adjuster
26 6514 Valve spring retainer
27 6529 Camshaft follower
28 6518 Valve spring retainer key
29 6513 Valve spring
30 6A517 Valve stem seal
31 8501 Coolant pump
32 8K543 Coolant pump belt
33 - LH engine lifting eye (if equipped)
34 - Oil level indicator
36 6083 LH cylinder head gasket
37 6507 Intake valve
38 6505 Exhaust valve
39 6049 LH cylinder head
40 6051 RH cylinder head gasket
41 6050 RH cylinder head
42 6A266 RH intake camshaft
43 6A268 RH exhaust camshaft
44
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6B280 Camshaft bearing cap

45 6A258 Camshaft journal cap

CAUTION: If the oil pan was removed during engine disassembly, it must be installed
after the engine and transaxle are assembled and the transaxle-to-engine
bolts are installed. Failure to follow this assembly sequence can result in
engine oil leaks.
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1. If removed, install the crankshaft key into the keyway on the crankshaft.
Fig. 269: Locating Crankshaft Key

2. Install the crankcase cover, a new gasket and the bolts.

Fig. 270: Locating Oil Separator Cover Bolts

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3. Position the new LH and RH cylinder heads and gaskets. Install new bolts and tighten in the sequence
shown in 6 stages.
Fig. 271: Identifying Cylinder Heads Bolts Tightening Sequence

4. Install the crankshaft pulley bolt and rotate the crankshaft keyway to the 11 o'clock position to locate top
dead center (TDC).
Fig. 272: Locating Crankshaft Damper Bolt


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Lubricate the hydraulic lash adjusters with clean engine oil.

l
6. Apply clean engine oil to the LH and RH camshaft roller followers.

7. Install the LH and RH camshaft roller followers.
Fig. 273: Locating Camshaft Roller Followers

8. Apply clean engine oil to the LH and RH camshafts.

9. Install the LH and RH camshafts.
l Locate the camshafts as shown.
Fig. 274: Locating Camshafts Matching Marks

CAUTION: Cylinder head camshaft journal caps and cylinder heads are
numbered to verify that they are assembled in their original
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caps can occur.
10. Lubricate the bearing surfaces of the LH camshaft bearing caps with clean engine oil and install the
bearing caps.

11. Lubricate the bearing surfaces of the LH camshaft bearing thrust caps with clean engine oil and install the
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CAUTION: Cylinder head camshaft journal caps and cylinder heads are
numbered to verify that they are assembled in their original
caps can occur.
13. Lubricate the bearing surfaces of the RH camshaft bearing caps with clean engine oil and install the
bearing caps.
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14. Lubricate the bearing surfaces of the RH camshaft bearing thrust caps with clean engine oil and install the


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NOTE: Clean the sealing surface with metal surface prep before installing a new
press-in-place gasket.
16. Install the camshaft oil seal retainer and the 2 bolts.
Fig. 281: Locating Camshaft Oil Seal Retainer And Bolts

seal.
17. Using the special tools, install a new camshaft oil seal.
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Fig. 282: Identifying Special Tools (303-463, 303-464 And 211-185)

Fig. 283: Locating Crankshaft Damper Bolt

19. Install the crankshaft sprockets with the timing marks out.
Fig. 284: Locating Crankshaft Sprockets With Timing Marks Out

20. Position the chain tensioner in a soft-jawed vise.
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Fig. 285: Identifying Chain Tensioner In Soft-Jawed Vise

21. Hold the chain tensioner ratchet lock mechanism away from the ratchet stem with a small pick.
Fig. 286: Holding Chain Tensioner Ratchet Lock Mechanism Away From Ratchet Stem
CAUTION: During tensioner compression, do not release the ratchet stem until
the tensioner piston is fully bottomed in its bore or damage to the
ratchet stem will result.
22. Slowly compress the timing chain tensioner.

23. Retain the tensioner piston with a 1.5 mm (0.06 in) wire or paper clip.
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Fig. 287: Retaining Tensioner Piston With 1.5-mm (0.06-in) Wire Or Paper Clip
24. If timing marks in the timing chains are not evident, use a permanent-type marker to mark the crankshaft
and camshaft timing marks on the LH and RH timing chains.
1. Mark any link to use as the crankshaft timing mark.
2. Starting with the crankshaft timing mark, count 29 links and mark the link.
3. Continue counting to link 42 and mark the link.
Fig. 288: Locating Crankshaft & Camshaft Timing Marks On LH & RH Timing Chains
25. Position the LH timing chain and guide and install the bolts.
26. Install the LH timing chain tensioner arm and the LH timing chain tensioner.
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Fig. 290: Identifying Timing Chain Tensioner Arm & Bolts

27. Install the crankshaft pulley bolt and rotate the crankshaft clockwise 120 degrees until the crankshaft
keyway is in the 3 o'clock position.
Fig. 291: Locating Crankshaft Keyway

28. Verify that the RH camshafts are correctly positioned.
Fig. 292: Aligning Marks RH Camshafts

29. Install the RH timing chain and chain guide and install the bolts.
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30. Install the RH timing chain tensioner and tensioner arm.

Fig. 294: Identifying Tensioner Arm, Tensioner And Bolts

31. Remove the LH and RH timing chain tensioner piston retaining wires.
32. Rotate the crankshaft counterclockwise 120 degrees to TDC.
33. Verify the timing with the following steps.

1. There should be 12 chain links between the camshaft timing marks.
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Fig. 295: Checking Chain Links Timing Marks


wheel with the keyway in the slot stamped "30" or "30RFF" only (orange in
color).
35. Install the ignition pulse wheel.
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36. Install 3 new gaskets in the front cover.
NOTE: Clean and degrease the sealing surfaces with metal surface prep before
applying gasket and sealant.
NOTE: The front cover must be installed and the bolts tightened within 4 minutes
of sealant application.
37. Apply a 6 mm (0.24 in) dot of silicone gasket and sealant to the cylinder block to lower cylinder block
and cylinder head mating surfaces.
Fig. 298: Applying Sealant To Cylinder Block

NOTE: Fasteners 1 and 13 are stud bolts.
38. Position the front cover and install the bolts and stud bolts.
l Tighten in the sequence shown to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
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seal.
39. Using the special tools, install the crankshaft front oil seal.
Fig. 300: Installing Crankshaft Seal Using Special Tools (303-335 And 303-102)
NOTE: Clean the keyway and slot using metal surface prep before applying
silicone gasket and sealant.
NOTE: Sealing surfaces must be free of dirt and oil.
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NOTE: The crankshaft pulley must be installed and the bolt tightened within 4
minutes of sealant application.
40. Apply silicone gasket and sealant to the end of the crankshaft pulley keyway slot.
Fig. 301: Applying Silicone Gasket And Sealant

NOTE: Lubricate the outside diameter sealing surface with clean engine oil.
41. Using the special tool, install the crankshaft pulley.
Fig. 302: Installing Crankshaft Pulley Using Special Tools (303-102, 303-335)
42. Install the crankshaft pulley washer and tighten the bolt in 4 stages.
l Stage 2: Loosen one full turn (360 degrees).
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Fig. 303: Locating Crankshaft Vibration Damper Washer & Bolt

43. Install the belt tensioner and the bolt.

Fig. 304: Locating Belt Tensioner & Bolt

44. Install the LH idler pulley and the bolt.

Fig. 305: Identifying pulley And Bolt

45. Install the center idler pulley and the bolt.

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Fig. 306: Locating Idler Pulley & Bolt

46. Position the oil pan baffle. Install the nuts and tighten in 2 stages.
Fig. 307: Locating Oil Pan Baffle And Nuts

47. Install a new O-ring seal on the oil pump screen and pickup tube. Lubricate with clean engine oil.
Fig. 308: Locating O-Ring Seal

48. Install the oil pump screen and pickup tube.

1. Position the oil pump screen and pickup tube.
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3. Install the nut and tighten in 2 stages.
Fig. 309: Identifying Oil Pump Screen, Pickup Tube & Bolts
NOTE: The valve cover must be installed and the bolts and studs tightened within
4 minutes of sealant application.
NOTE: Clean cylinder head and front cover surface using metal surface prep
before applying silicone gasket and sealant.
49. Apply an 8 mm (0.31 in) dot of silicone gasket and sealant at the cylinder block to front cover mating
surface of the LH and RH valve covers.
Fig. 310: Applying Silicone Gasket And Sealant At Cylinder Head To Front Cover Mating Surface
NOTE: Install a new valve cover gasket.
50. Position the LH valve cover and install the bolts and stud bolts.
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Fig. 311: Identifying Tightening Sequence Of Valve Cover Bolts & Studs
NOTE: Install a new valve cover gasket.
51. Position the RH valve cover and install the bolts and stud bolts.
Fig. 312: Identifying Tightening Sequence Of Valve Cover Stud Bolts

52. Install the radio interference capacitor and the nut.

Fig. 313: Locating Radio Interference Capacitor Nut
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53. Install the coolant pump and the bolts.

Fig. 314: Locating Coolant Pump & Bolts

54. Connect the coolant pump hose to the cylinder block outlet.
Fig. 315: Locating Coolant Pump Hose From Cylinder Block Outlet
55. Install the bypass tube and the nut and bolt.
Fig. 316: Locating Coolant Bypass Tube Bolt & Nut
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56. Position the coolant tube and connect the hoses.
Fig. 317: Locating Coolant Tube

special tools.
57. Install the special tool in the camshaft as shown in the illustration.
l Adjust the collar on the special tool screw to get the best thread engagement in the rear of the
camshaft.
Fig. 318: Installing Special Tool On Camshaft

special tools.
NOTE: Only the roller collared nut from the Power Steering Pump Pulley Installer
(211-185) is used on Camshaft Pulley Installer (303-485).
58. Position the coolant pump pulley over the previously installed special tool and on the end of the camshaft.
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Install the special tools as shown in the illustration.

l Using the special tools, install a new service coolant pump pulley flush with the end of the
camshaft.
Fig. 319: Installing Coolant Pump Pulley Using Special Tools (211-185, 303-458, 303-459)
59. Install the coolant pump belt on the coolant pump pulley and position it on the camshaft pulley.
Fig. 320: Locating Coolant Pump Belt On Coolant Pump Pulley

CAUTION: Do not use any screwdrivers, pliers or other metal objects that could
cause damage to the belt or camshaft pulley while installing the belt.
60. Rotate the crankshaft clockwise to seat the water pump belt on the camshaft pulley.
61. Lubricate the O-ring seal and install the oil filter.
l Tighten to 5 Nm (44 lb-in) and then rotate an additional 180 degrees.
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Fig. 321: Identifying Oil Filter

62. Install 6 new LH exhaust manifold studs.


63. Install a new gasket and the LH exhaust manifold and new nuts.

NOTE: Make sure to apply anti-seize lubricant to the threads of the heated oxygen
sensor (HO2S) before installation.
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64. Using the special tool, install the LH HO2S.

Fig. 324: Identifying Special Oxygen Sensor Tool

65. Install a new O-ring on the oil level indicator tube. Apply clean engine oil to the O-ring.
Fig. 325: Locating O-Ring On Oil Level Indicator Tube

66. Position the oil level indicator and tube and install the stud bolt.
Fig. 326: Oil Level Indicator Tube & Nut

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67. Install the engine oil pressure (EOP) switch and, if equipped, the block heater.
l Tighten the EOP switch to 14 Nm (10 lb-ft).
l Tighten the block heater to 21 Nm (15 lb-ft).
Fig. 327: Locating Oil Pressure Sender

68. Install the 3 bolts and the A/C compressor bracket.


69. Position the generator and install the bolt and 2 nuts.
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Front wheel drive (FWD) vehicles
70. Install the halfshaft support bracket and the bolts.

Fig. 330: Locating Halfshaft Support Bracket & Bolts

71. Install 6 new RH exhaust manifold studs.


72. Install a new gasket and the RH exhaust manifold and new nuts.
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Fig. 332: Identifying Tightening Sequence Of RH Exhaust Manifold Nuts

73. Connect the RH HO2S electrical connector.
Fig. 333: Identifying RH HO2S Connector

All vehicles
Apply a light film of silicone brake caliper grease and dielectric compound
to the interior of the spark plug boot prior to installation.
74. Install the 6 coil-on-plugs and the bolts.

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Fig. 334: Coil-On-Plug Bolts

NOTE: Install new gaskets.
75. Install the lower intake manifold and the bolts.

Fig. 335: Identifying Tightening Sequence Of Lower Intake Manifold Bolts

76. Install the B+ wiring harness on the engine.

l Attach the 4 wiring harness retainers, and install the nut.
Fig. 336: Identifying Retainers And Nut

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77. Position the fuel charging wiring harness on the engine.

l Attach the 2 wiring harness retainers (1 shown) to the engine.

78. Connect the fuel injector electrical connectors.
Fig. 338: Locating Fuel Injector Electrical Connectors

79. Install the B+ wire and nut on the generator.


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80. Connect the generator electrical connector.

81. Connect the camshaft position sensor (CMP) and EOP switch electrical connectors.
l Attach the wiring retainers.
Fig. 341: Locating Camshaft Position Sensor (CMP) & Oil Pressure Sensor Electrical Connectors
& Wiring Retainers
82. Connect the LH coil-on-plug electrical connectors.

l Attach the 2 wiring retainers.
Fig. 342: Coil-On-Plug Electrical Connectors & Wiring Retainers

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83. Connect the radio interference capacitor electrical connector.

l Attach the wiring retainers.
Fig. 343: Locating Radio Interference Capacitor Electrical Connector

84. Connect the RH coil-on-plug electrical connectors.

l Attach the 2 wiring harness retainers.
Fig. 344: Identifying Connectors

85. Connect the engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor electrical connector.
Fig. 345: Locating Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor Electrical Connector
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NOTE: Install new gaskets.
86. Install the upper intake manifold and the bolts.

Fig. 346: Identifying Tightening Sequence Of Upper Intake Manifold Bolts

87. Connect the throttle body (TB) coolant hose.
Fig. 347: Locating Throttle Body Coolant Hose

88. Connect the fuel rail pressure and temperature sensor electrical connector and vacuum tube.
Fig. 348: Locating Fuel Rail Pressure & Temperature Sensor Electrical Connector
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89. Install the PCV tube.
Fig. 349: Identifying PCV Tube

90. Connect the idle air control (IAC) valve and the throttle position (TP) sensor electrical connectors.
l Attach the wiring retainer.
Fig. 350: Identifying (IAC) Valve And (TP) Sensor Connectors

91. Position the engine control wiring harness and install the nuts.
Fig. 351: Locating Engine Control Wiring Harness & Nuts

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92. Connect the EGR vacuum regulator electrical connector.

93. Connect the crankshaft position (CKP) sensor electrical connector and attach the wiring retainers.
Fig. 353: Locating Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Electrical Connector

94. Position the catalyst monitor sensor electrical connector bracket. Install the nut and attach the wiring
retainer.
Fig. 354: Locating Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) Electrical Connector Bracket
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95. Attach the engine control sensor wiring connectors to the upper intake manifold.
Fig. 355: Locating Engine Control Sensor Wiring Connectors

96. Using the special tools, remove the engine from the engine stand.
Fig. 356: Aligning Engine With Transaxle

NOTE: Lubricate the seal lips and seal bore with clean engine oil before installing.
97. Using the special tools, install the crankshaft rear oil seal.

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98. Install the engine-to-transaxle separator plate.
Fig. 358: Locating Engine-To-Transaxle Separator Plate

99. Position the flexplate and install the bolts.

Fig. 359: Locating Flexplate & Bolts

INSTALLATION
ENGINE
Special Tools
Engine Lifting Bracket Set 303-1140
Lifting Bracket, Engine 303-050 (T70P-6000)
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Powertrain Lift with Tilting Plate 014-00765
303-D089 (D93P-6001-A3) or
Spreader Bar
equivalent
Material
Item Specification
Motor Oil
WSE-M4G323-A4
TA-30
INSTALLATION
CAUTION: If the oil pan was removed during engine disassembly, it must be installed
after the engine and transaxle are assembled and the transaxle-to-engine
bolts are installed. Failure to follow this assembly sequence can result in
engine oil leaks.
All vehicles
1. Using the special tools, align the engine with the transaxle.
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2. Install the 5 transaxle-to-engine bolts (3 shown).

Fig. 361: Locating Transaxle-To-Engine Bolts

3. Using the special tools, secure the engine and transaxle to the powertrain lift.
Fig. 362: Securing Engine & Transaxle To Powertrain Lift Using Special Tool (014-0001)
4. Install the EGR regulator and the 2 stud bolts.

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Fig. 363: Identifying Stud Bolts

5. Attach the wiring harness retainer and install the nut.


All wheel drive (AWD) vehicles
6. Position the power transfer unit (PTU) and install the bolt.
Fig. 365: Locating Transfer Case Bolt & Transfer Case Unit
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7. Install the 3 PTU bolts.

Fig. 366: Locating PTU Bolts

8. Install the PTU vent tube, the pin-type retainer and the bolt.
Fig. 367: Locating Pin-Type Retainer & Bolt

9. Install the halfshaft support bracket and the 6 bolts.

Fig. 368: Locating Half Shaft Support Bracket & Bolts

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10. Install 6 new RH exhaust manifold studs.


11. Using a new gasket, install the RH exhaust manifold and 6 new nuts.
Fig. 370: Identifying Tightening Sequence Of RH Exhaust Manifold Nuts

12. Connect the RH heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) electrical connector.
Fig. 371: Identifying (HO2S) Connector

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All vehicles
13. Connect the turbine speed sensor (TSS) electrical connector.

l Attach the wiring harness retainer.
Fig. 372: Identifying (TSS) Connector And Harness Retainer

14. Attach the transaxle control harness to the bracket.
Fig. 373: Identifying Bracket

15. Connect the transaxle wiring harness electronic control switch electrical connector.
Fig. 374: Locating Transaxle Wiring Harness Electronic Control Switch Electrical Connector
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16. Connect the transmission range (TR) sensor electrical connector.
Fig. 375: Locating Transmission Range (TR) Sensor Electrical Connector

17. Attach the pin-type retainers to the transaxle support bracket and connect the HO2S and catalyst monitor
sensor electrical connectors.
Fig. 376: Locating Heated Oxygen & Catalyst Monitor Sensor Electrical Connectors
18. Position the powertrain into the vehicle.
Fig. 377: Positioning Powertrain Into Vehicle

19. Install the engine support bracket, the bolt and the 3 nuts.
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l Tighten the nuts to 55 Nm (41 lb-ft) and the bolt to 90 Nm (66 lb-ft).

20. Install the rear transaxle support through bolt.

Fig. 379: Locating Transaxle Mount Bolt

21. Position the RH transaxle support insulator and install the bolt and nuts.
Fig. 380: Locating Transaxle Support Insulator Bolt & Nuts

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22. Install the RH transaxle support insulator through bolt.

Fig. 381: Locating RH Transaxle Support Insulator Bolt

23. Install the transaxle-to-engine stud and 2 nuts.

Fig. 382: Locating Transaxle Bolt

NOTE: Clean and degrease all sealing surfaces with metal surface cleaner.
NOTE: The oil pan must be installed and the bolts tightened within 4 minutes of
the sealant application.
24. Apply a 10 mm (0.39 in) dot of silicone gasket and sealant to the front cover-to-cylinder block sealing
surface.
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Fig. 383: Applying Silicone Gasket And Sealant To Front Cover-To-Cylinder Block
NOTE: Install a new oil pan gasket.
25. Position the oil pan and gasket and loosely install the bolts and stud bolts.
Fig. 384: Locating Oil Pan Gasket Bolts & Stud Bolts
26. Install the 2 oil pan-to-transaxle bolts.

Fig. 385: Locating Oil Pan-To-Transaxle Bolts

27. Tighten the oil pan bolts in the sequence shown to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
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Fig. 386: Identifying Tightening Sequence Of Oil Pan-To-Engine Bolts And Stud Bolts
28. Install the 4 torque converter nuts.

Fig. 387: Locating Torque Converter Nuts

29. Install the torque converter inspection cover.
Fig. 388: Locating Torque Converter Inspection Cover

30. Install the output shaft speed (OSS) sensor and the bolt and connect the electrical connector.
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Fig. 389: Locating Output Shaft Speed (OSS) Sensor Electrical Connector
31. If equipped, connect the engine block heater electrical connector.
Fig. 390: Locating Engine Block Heater Electrical Connector

32. Install the ground wire eyelet and nut to the engine mount stud.
Fig. 391: Identifying Stud

33. Install the wire and nut to the battery cable.

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Fig. 392: Locating Battery Cable And Nut

34. Attach the wiring harness retainers from the battery tray bracket.
Fig. 393: Wiring Harness Retainers

35. Position the ground strap and the electrical connector and install the bolts.
Fig. 394: Locating Ground Strap & Electrical Connector

36. Connect the electrical connector to the power distribution box.
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Fig. 395: Power Distribution Box Electrical Connector

37. Install the cable and the nut.


38. Attach the ground wire and install the bolt.

Fig. 397: Locating Ground Wire & Bolt

39. Position the wiring and install the nut. Connect the PCM electrical connectors.
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Fig. 398: Locating Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Electrical Connectors

40. Connect the manifold absolute pressure (MAP) sensor electrical connector and vacuum tube.
Fig. 399: Locating Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) Sensor Vacuum Tube & Electrical
Connector
41. Connect the brake booster vacuum tube.
Fig. 400: Identifying Vacuum Tube

42. Connect the evaporative emissions (EVAP) purge valve tube to the intake manifold.
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Fig. 401: Locating Vacuum Tube Retainer

43. Position the EGR tube and loosely install the fittings.
l Tighten the EGR tube-to-EGR valve fitting to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
Fig. 402: Locating Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Tube

44. Connect the differential pressure feedback EGR sensor electrical connector and attach the pin-type
retainer.
Fig. 403: Locating EGR Sensor Electrical Connector

45. Position the shift cable and bracket in place, install the bolts and install the wiring harness retainer.
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Fig. 404: Identifying Bolts And Retainer

46. Connect the gearshift cable to the transaxle.
Fig. 405: Identifying Gearshift Cable

47. Attach the wiring harness pin-type retainer to the gearshift cable bracket.
Fig. 406: Locating Pin-Type Retainer

48. Connect the fuel supply tube quick connect coupling at the fuel rail. For additional information, refer to
FUEL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION article.
49. Attach the transaxle vent tube retainer to the throttle body.
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50. Connect the heater hoses and the throttle body coolant hose.
Fig. 408: Locating Heater Hoses & Throttle Body Coolant Hose
51. Connect the upper and lower radiator hoses.
Fig. 409: Locating Hoses

52. Position the accelerator and speed control cables and bracket. Install the nut.
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Fig. 410: Cable Bracket

53. Position the bracket and install the bolts.

l Connect the accelerator cable and the speed control actuator cable.
Fig. 411: Accelerator Cable, Speed Control Actuator Cable & Cable Bracket Bolts
54. Position the accelerator cable snow shield and install the bolts.
Fig. 412: Locating Accelerator Cable Snow Shield Bolts

55. Tighten the EGR tube-to-RH catalytic converter fitting to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
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Fig. 413: Locating EGR Tube-To-RH Catalytic Converter Fitting

56. Install the transaxle cooler tube and the bracket bolt.
l Tighten the bolt to 13 Nm (10 lb-ft), tighten the fitting to 23 Nm (17 lb-ft).
Fig. 414: Identifying Cooler Tube And Bolt

57. Connect the 2 transmission cooler tubes (1 shown).
Fig. 415: Locating Transmission Cooler Tubes

58. Install the cross brace and the new nut finger tight.
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Fig. 416: Identifying Cross Brace And Rear Nut

59. Install the 2 bolts for the cross brace and the bolt for the front roll restrictor.
l Tighten the 2 cross brace bolts to 90 Nm (66 lb-ft).
l Tighten the front roll restrictor bolt to 115 Nm (85 lb-ft).
Fig. 417: Identifying Front Roll Restrictor Bolt & Bolts For Engine Support Crossmember
60. Tighten the cross brace nut to 175 Nm (129 lb-ft).

61. Position the RH accessory drive belt idler pulley and bracket and attach the wiring harness retainer.
l Install the 3 bolts and tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
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62. Install the A/C compressor and the bolts.


63. Connect the A/C clutch field coil electrical connector.

64. Rotate the accessory drive belt tensioner counterclockwise and install the accessory drive belt.
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Fig. 422: Rotating Drive Belt Tensioner

AWD vehicles
CAUTION: Do not reuse the driveshaft flange bolts and washers. Install new
bolts and washers or damage to the vehicle may occur.
65. Align the index-marks made during removal and install 6 new front driveshaft-to-PTU bolts and washers.
Fig. 423: Locating Driveshaft-To-Power Take Off Bolts & Washers

All vehicles
66. Install the intermediate shaft and the 2 nuts.

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Fig. 424: Locating Intermediate Shaft Retaining Nuts

67. Install the RH halfshaft onto the intermediate shaft.
Fig. 425: Identifying RH Halfshaft

68. Install the LH halfshaft into the transaxle.
Fig. 426: Identifying LH Halfshaft

69. Attach the LH and RH lower ball joints to the steering knuckles and install the pinch bolts and nuts.
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Fig. 427: Identifying Bolt And Nut

70. Install the LH and RH tie-rod ends and nuts.


71. Install the LH and RH stabilizer link-to-strut nuts.

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72. Install the LH and RH brake hose retainers and ABS sensor wiring harness bolts.
Fig. 430: Identifying Retainer And Bolt

73. Install the Y-pipe and the 2 new exhaust flange-to-RH catalytic converter nuts.
Fig. 431: Rear Exhaust Pipe Flange & Nuts

74. Install the 2 new exhaust flange-to-LH catalytic converter nuts.

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Fig. 432: Front Exhaust Pipe Flange Nuts

75. Attach the Y-pipe to the rear catalytic converter.

1. Attach the exhaust hanger.
2. Install the 2 new exhaust flange-to-rear catalytic converter nuts.
Fig. 433: Exhaust Hanger & Nuts

76. Install the lateral support crossmember and the 4 bolts.

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Fig. 434: Identifying Lateral Support Crossmember And Bolts

77. Connect the catalyst monitor sensor electrical connector and the 2 wiring harness retainers.
Fig. 435: Identifying Connector And Retianers

78. Install the lower splash shields.
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Fig. 436: Splash Shields

79. Install the front wheels and tires. For additional information, refer to WHEELS AND TIRES article.
80. Install the air cleaner outlet pipe and air cleaner. For additional information, refer to INTAKE AIR
DISTRIBUTION AND FILTERING - 3.0L (4V) article.
81. Install the battery tray. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES
article.
83. Fill and bleed the cooling system. For additional information refer to ENGINE COOLING article.

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2008 ENGINE Engine - 3.0L (4V) - Escape & Mariner

Engine - 3.0L (4V) - Escape & Mariner

martes, 9 de junio de 2020 09:06:05

Engine weight (without accessory drive components

Collapsed lash adjuster gap 0.50-1.11 mm (0.019-0.043 in)

Connecting rod-to-pin clearance - service limit 0.035 mm (0.0013 in)

a Specification 82.4 mm (3.2441 in) diameter gauge

Air conditioning compressor bolts 25 18 -

Generator stud nuts 47 35 -

Transaxle-to-engine stud and nuts 48 35 -

a Refer to the procedure in this article.

DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION

The 3.0L (4V) is a V-6 engine has the following features:

l Dual overhead camshafts

For quick identification refer to the safety certification decal.

l The decal is located on the LH front door lock face panel.

Exhaust Emission Control System

Positive Crankcase Ventilation System

Generically this design is known as a gerotor pump, which operates as follows:

The engine cooling system includes the following:

l Degas bottle (aids in maintaining the correct volume of engine coolant)

Engine Cylinder Identification

Fig. 1: Engine Cylinder Identification

Fig. 2: Upper Intake Manifold Components With Torque Specifications (1 Of 3)

Item Part Number Description

Fig. 3: Upper Intake Manifold Components With Torque Specifications (2 Of 3)

Item Part Number Description

19 392984 Brake booster vacuum hose clamp

Fig. 4: Upper Intake Manifold Components (3 Of 3)

Item Part Number Description

6. Remove the EGR tube fitting from the EGR valve.

1. Position the upper intake manifold and install the bolts.

Fig. 5: Identifying Tightening Sequence Of Upper Intake Manifold Bolts

2. Connect the 2 throttle body coolant hoses.

6. Connect the EGR vacuum regulator electrical connector.

LOWER INTAKE MANIFOLD

Fig. 6: Lower Intake Manifold Components

Item Part Number Description

8 9288 Fuel tube

1. Position the lower intake manifold and install the bolts.

Fig. 7: Identifying Tightening Sequence Of Lower Intake Manifold Bolts

Fig. 8: Valve Cover Components - LH With Torque Specifications

Item Part Number Description

Fig. 9: Identifying Retainers

Item Part Number Description

Fig. 10: Valve Cover Components

Item Part Number Description

CAUTION: During engine repair procedures, cleanliness is extremely important. Any

8. Remove the 5 bolts, 8 stud bolts and the valve cover.

Fig. 11: Identifying Tightening Sequence

9. If equipped, install the engine lift bracket and the bolt.

Fig. 12: Valve Cover Components - RH With Torque Specifications

Item Part Number Description

8 12B637 Engine control wiring harness shield

CAUTION: During engine repair procedures, cleanliness is extremely important. Any

Fig. 13: Identifying Tightening Sequence

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

5. Install the radio ignition interference capacitor and the nut.

LOWER END COMPONENTS - EXPLODED VIEW

Fig. 14: Crankshaft Pulley and Front Seal

Item Part Number Description

Fig. 15: Flexplate and Rear Seal With Torque Specification