Engine Ground Strap Replacement

Engine Ground Strap Replacement (LH2) (4.6L)

Removal Procedure




1. Remove the fuel injector sight shield. Refer to Fuel Injector Sight Shield Replacement (Service and Repair).
2. Remove the bolts securing the left side ground strap to the cam cover and the engine block.
3. Remove the left side ground strap from the engine.




4. Remove the bolts securing the right side ground strap to the cam cover and the engine block.
5. Remove the right side ground strap from the cylinder head.

Installation Procedure




1. Install the right side ground strap into the vehicle.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

2. Install the right side ground strap to cam cover bolt and tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb in).
3. Install the right side ground strap to cylinder head bolt25 Nm (18 lb ft).




4. Install the left side ground strap into the vehicle.
5. Install the left side ground strap to cam cover bolt10 Nm (89 lb in).
6. Install the left side ground strap to cylinder head bolt25 Nm (18 lb ft).
7. Install the fuel injector sight shield. Refer to Fuel Injector Sight Shield Replacement (Service and Repair).