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Chain Cover: Assembly

  1. Measure the distance that the center bimetal element pin protrudes from the chain cover.
    Fig 1: Measuring Distance That Center Bimetal Element Pin Protrudes From Chain Cover
    G03957036Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Using the special tool, install the bimetal element.
    1. Position the bimetal strip onto the end of the pin.
    2. Install the special tool under the bimetal element.
    3. Tap the retaining collar onto the pin until it seats against the tool edge.
    Fig 2: Installing Special Tool Under Bimetal Element
    G03957037Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Remove the slotted end of the bimetal element and install the thermostat plate over the end and middle pins.
    Fig 3: Installing Thermostat Plate Over End And Middle Pins
    G03957038Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Install the slotted end of the bimetal element under the retaining ring.
    Fig 4: Installing Slotted End Of Bimetal Element Under Retaining Ring
    G03957039Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    5. CAUTION: Do not allow the pistons to cock in their bores or damage to the seals may result.
    NOTE: Coat the new seals with petroleum jelly.
    Fig 5: Installing New Seals On Accumulator Pistons
    G03957040Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Install new seals on the accumulator pistons.
  6. Install the pistons into the correct bore of the cover with spring pocket up.
    Fig 6: Installing Pistons Into Correct Bore Of Cover
    G03957034Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    7. NOTE: The use of petroleum jelly will hold the accumulator piston shafts in place while assembling the chain cover.
    Fig 7: Installing Accumulator Piston Shafts
    G03957033Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Install the accumulator piston shafts.
  8. Install the manual valve detent spring.
    • Tighten to 11 Nm (8 lb-ft).
    Fig 8: Installing Manual Valve Detent Spring
    G04004927Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    9. NOTE: The use of petroleum jelly will hold the thrust washers in place during assembly.
    Fig 9: Installing Thrust Washers
    G03957031Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. Install the thrust washers.
    1. Install the No. 1 drive sprocket thrust washer.
    2. Install the No. 3 chain cover thrust washer.
  10. Install internal wire harness if it was removed.
    Fig 10: Installing Internal Wire Harness
    G03957045Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
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