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Chain Cover: Assembly

  1. Measure the distance that the center bi-metal element pin protrudes from the chain cover.
    Fig 1: Identifying Center Bi-Metal Element Pin Distance
    G04661312Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Using the special tool, install the bi-metal element.
    1. Position the bi-metal strip onto the end of the pin.
    2. Install the special tool under the bi-metal element.
    3. Tap the retaining collar onto the pin until it seats against the tool edge.
      Fig 2: Identifying Special Tool (307-173) Under Bi-Metal Element
      G04661313Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Remove the slotted end of the bi-metal element and install the thermostat plate over the end and middle pins.
    Fig 3: Locating Bi-Metal Element
    G04661314Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Install the slotted end of the bi-metal element under the retaining ring.
    Fig 4: Locatingbi-Metal Element
    G04661315Courtesy 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: Locating Seals
    G04661316Courtesy 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: Locating Pistons Into Correct Bore
    G04661317Courtesy 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: Locating Accumulator Piston Shafts
    G04661318Courtesy 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: Locating Manual Valve Detent Spring
      G04661319Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    9. NOTE: The use of petroleum jelly will hold the thrust washers in place during assembly.
  9. Install the thrust washers.
    1. Install the No. 1 drive sprocket thrust washer.
    2. Install the No. 3 chain cover thrust washer.
      Fig 9: Identifying No. 1 Drive Sprocket Thrust Washer And No. 3 Chain Cover Thrust Washer
      G04661320Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  10. Install internal wire harness if it was removed.
    Fig 10: Locating Internal Wire Harness Connector
    G04661321Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
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