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Section 13 (Engine - 2.3L ECOBOOST (201KW/273PS)): Disassembly: Engine

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Special Tool(s) / General Equipment 

GFD510627Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
205-153 (T80T-4000-W) Handle
GFD510537Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
303-050 (T70P-6000) Lifting Bracket, Engine
GFD510442Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
303-1685 Alignment Tool, Camshaft
GFD510629Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
303-1687 Installer, VCT Solenoid Seal
GFD510465Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
303-1689 Holding Tool, Crank Damper
GFD510458Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
303-409 (T92C-6700-CH) Remover, Crankshaft Seal TKIT-1992-FH/FMH/FLMH TKIT-1993-LMH/MH
GFD510416Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
303-507 Timing Peg, Crankshaft TDC TKIT-2001N-FLM TKIT-2001N-ROW
GFD510794Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
307-005 (T59L-100-B) Slide Hammer
GFD510795Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
310-206 Remover, Fuel Injector TKIT-2009A-FLM
Mounting Stand
Plastic Scraper
Hose Clamp Remover/Installer

Materials 

Name Specification
Motorcraft® Silicone Gasket Remover ZC-30-A -
Motorcraft® Metal Surface Prep Wipes ZC-31-B -
Motorcraft® Metal Brake Parts Cleaner PM-4-A, PM-4-B -

LHD AWD/LHD RWD 

NOTE: Do not loosen or remove the crankshaft pulley bolt without first installing the special tools as instructed in this procedure. The crankshaft pulley and the crankshaft timing sprocket are not keyed to the crankshaft. The crankshaft, the crankshaft sprocket and the pulley are fitted together by friction. For that reason, the crankshaft sprocket is also unfastened if the pulley bolt is loosened. Before any repair requiring loosening or removal of the crankshaft pulley bolt, the crankshaft and camshafts must be locked in place by the special service tools, otherwise severe engine damage can occur.
NOTE: During engine repair procedures, cleanliness is extremely important. All parts must be thoroughly cleaned and any foreign material, including any material created while cleaning gasket surfaces, that enters the oil passages, coolant passages or the oil pan, can cause engine failure.
NOTE: The turbocharger compressor vanes can be damaged by even the smallest particles. When removing any turbocharger or engine air intake system component, ensure that no debris enters the system. Failure to do so may result in damage to the turbocharger.
    • Remove the bolts and the flexplate.

    • Discard the bolts.

    GFD510604Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  1. Install engine on the mounting stand. Use the General Equipment: Mounting Stand
    GFD510630Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  2. Remove the engine lift equipment.
    GFD510631Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  3. Remove Special Service Tool: 303-050 (T70P-6000) Lifting Bracket, Engine.
    GFD510545Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  4. If equipped, disconnect the block heater electrical connector and detach the wiring harness retainers.
    GFD510796Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  5. Detach and remove the transmission vent tube.
    GFD510797Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  6. Cut and discard the A/C belt.
    GFD510632Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  7. Loosen the coolant pump pulley bolts.
    GFD510633Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Install the tool and release the tension on the accessory drive belt tensioner.
    2. Remove the accessory drive belt.
    3. Release the tension and remove the tool.
    GFD510634Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    • Remove the ground bolt.

    • Disconnect the wiring harness electrical connectors.

    • Detach the wiring harness retainers.

    GFD510798Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    • Remove the bolts and the LH engine mount.

    • Discard the bolts.

    GFD510799Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    • Disconnect the wiring harness electrical connectors.

    • Detach the wiring harness retainers.

    GFD510800Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    • Disconnect the wiring harness electrical connectors.

    • Detach the wiring harness retainers.

    GFD510801Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    • Disconnect the wiring harness electrical connectors.

    • Detach the wiring harness retainers.

    GFD510636Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    • Disconnect the wiring harness electrical connectors.

    • Detach the wiring harness retainers.

    GFD510638Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    • Disconnect the wiring harness electrical connectors.

    • Detach the wiring harness retainers.

    GFD510802Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  8. Detach the wiring harness retainers and remove the engine wiring harness.
    GFD510803Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    • Detach the coolant hose retainer and remove the nut.

    • Remove the bolts and the thermostat housing.

    GFD510804Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    • Detach the coolant hose retainer.

    • Release the clamps and remove the coolant hose. Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer

    GFD510805Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  9. Remove the bolt and position the turbocharger coolant tube aside.
    GFD510806Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  10. Remove and discard the turbocharger coolant tube O-ring seal.
    GFD510807Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Remove the coolant tube support bracket bolt.
    2. Remove the bolt and the coolant tube support bracket.
    GFD510639Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Remove the EGR valve bracket nut.
    2. Remove the bolt and the EGR valve bracket.
    GFD510640Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  11. Remove the bolts and the coolant tube.
    GFD510641Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  12. Inspect the coolant tube O-ring seal and replace if damaged.
    GFD510642Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  13. Remove the bolt, nuts and the EGR valve.
    GFD510808Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  14. Remove and discard EGR valve O-ring seal.
    GFD510809Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  15. Remove and discard the EGR valve gasket.
    GFD510810Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  16. Remove bolt, stud bolt and the EGR cooler bracket.
    GFD510811Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  17. Remove the bolts and the EGR cooler.
    GFD510812Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  18. Remove and discard the EGR cooler gaskets.
    GFD510813Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  19. Remove the bolts and the coolant tube.
    GFD510814Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  20. Discard the coolant tube O-ring seal.
    GFD510815Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    • Loosen the clamps and remove the EGR transducer hoses. Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer

    • Remove the stud bolt and the EGR transducer assembly.

    GFD510612Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  21. Remove the nuts, bolts and the EGR inlet tube assembly.
    GFD510816Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  22. Remove and discard the EGR inlet tube assembly gasket.
    GFD510817Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  23. Remove the bolts and the air cleaner bracket.
    GFD510643Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  24. Remove the bolts and the coolant pump pulley.
    GFD510644Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  25. Remove the bolts and the accessory drive belt tensioner.
    GFD510645Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  26. Remove the stud bolts and the generator.
    GFD510818Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  27. Remove the stud bolts, bolt and the A/C.
    GFD510819Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  28. Remove the bolts and the A/C bracket.
    GFD510820Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    • Remove the nut, bolts and the RH engine mount.

    • Discard the nut and bolts.

    GFD510821Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

    LHD RWD 

  29. Remove the RH engine mount bracket.
    GFD510822Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

    LHD AWD 

  30. Remove the bolts and the LH axle connector.
    GFD510823Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  31. Remove and discard the axle connector seal.
    GFD510648Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  32. Remove the bolts and the front axle assembly.
    GFD510649Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  33. Remove and discard the front axle assembly seal.
    GFD510650Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

    LHD AWD/LHD RWD 

    • Detach the fuel rail harness electrical connector from the intake manifold.

    • Detach and disconnect the KS electrical connectors.

    GFD510824Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    • Remove the bolts and the intake manifold.

    GFD510825Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    • Remove the bolt and the oil cooler.

    • Discard the oil cooler.

    GFD510826Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  34. Remove the bolts and the oil filter adapter assembly.
    GFD510827Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    • Remove and discard the engine mount stud.

    • Remove the transmission bolt.

    GFD510828Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  35. Release the clamps and remove the coolant hose. Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
    GFD510829Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  36. Disconnect the crankcase vent oil separator tube and remove. Refer to: QUICK RELEASE COUPLING - 2.3L .
    GFD510830Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  37. NOTE: Note the position of the KS before removing.

    Remove the bolts and the KS.

    GFD510831Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  38. Remove the bolts and the crankcase vent separator.
    GFD510832Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  39. Remove the bolts and the coolant pump adapter assembly.
    GFD510833Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  40. Remove and discard the coolant pump adapter assembly gasket.
    GFD510834Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  41. Remove the nuts and the fuel tube bracket.
    GFD510835Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  42. NOTE: To release the fuel pressure in the high pressure fuel tube, wrap the fuel injection pump flare nut with a shop towel to absorb any residual fuel pressure during the loosening of the fuel injection pump flare nut.

    • Remove the high-pressure fuel tube bolts.

    • Loosen the flare nuts, remove and discard the high-pressure fuel tube.

    GFD510836Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    • Remove the bolts and discard.

    • Remove the high-pressure fuel pump.

    GFD510837Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  43. Remove and discard the high-pressure fuel pump O-ring seal.
    GFD510654Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  44. Remove the high-pressure fuel pump tappet.
    GFD510838Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  45. Remove the bolt coolant hose bracket.
    GFD510839Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  46. Remove the bolts and discard the turbocharger-to-cylinder block oil return pipe.
    GFD510840Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  47. Remove the nuts, bolt and the heat shield.
    GFD510841Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  48. Remove the bolts and the cylinder block-to-turbocharger oil supply pipe.
    GFD510842Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  49. Remove and discard the oil supply filter and O-ring seals.
    GFD510843Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  50. Remove the bolt and the coolant outlet tube.
    GFD510844Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  51. Remove and discard coolant outlet tube O-ring seal.
    GFD510845Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  52. Remove the nuts and the turbocharger.
    GFD510846Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  53. Remove and discard coolant outlet tube seal and O-ring seal.
    GFD510847Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    • Remove and discard the gasket.

    • Inspect and replace the studs if damaged.

    GFD510848Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  54. Remove the stud bolts, bolts and the coolant outlet.
    GFD510849Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  55. NOTE: Use compressed air to remove any foreign material from the ignition coil-on-plugs and surrounding area before removing the ignition coil-on-plugs.
    NOTE: When removing the ignition coil-on-plugs, a slight twisting motion will break the seal and ease removal.

    • Remove the stud bolts and the ignition coil-on-plugs.

    • Remove the oil level indicator.

    GFD510850Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  56. Loosen the fasteners and remove the valve cover.
    GFD510851Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  57. Discard the valve cover gaskets.
    GFD510658Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    • NOTE: The VCT solenoid seals should only be replaced if they are damaged upon inspection.

      Inspect the VCT seals for damage.

    • If damaged, using the special tools, remove and discard the VCT oil control solenoid seals. Use Special Service Tool: 303-1687 Installer, VCT Solenoid Seal., 205-153 (T80T-4000-W) Handle.

    GFD510659Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  58. NOTE: 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.

    Clean the valve cover.

    GFD510660Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  59. NOTE: 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.

    Make sure that the mating faces are clean and free of foreign material.

    GFD510852Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    • Disconnect the fuel rail wiring harness electrical connectors.

    • Detach the fuel rail wiring harness retainers and remove harness.

    GFD510853Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  60. Remove the fuel rail insulator.
    GFD510854Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  61. NOTE: Pull out the fuel rails in the direction of the fuel injector axis or damage may occur to the fuel injectors.
    NOTE: Use compressed air and remove any dirt or foreign material from the cylinder head, block and general surrounding area of the fuel rail and injectors.
    NOTE: When removing the fuel rails, the fuel injectors may remain in the fuel rails but normally remain in the cylinder head and require the use of a Fuel Injector Remover tool to extract.

    Remove and discard the bolts, then remove the fuel rail.

    GFD510855Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  62. Remove any of the fuel injectors that remained in the fuel rail.
    GFD510856Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  63. Remove any of the fuel injectors that remained in the cylinder head. Use Special Service Tool: 307-005 (T59L-100-B) Slide Hammer., 310-206 Remover, Fuel Injector.
    GFD510857Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  64. Remove and discard the fuel injector clip.
    GFD510858Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  65. NOTE: Do not attempt to cut the lower Teflon® seal without first pulling it away from the fuel injector or damage to the injector may occur.
    NOTE: Be very careful when removing the lower Teflon® seals, not to scratch, nick or gouge the fuel injectors.

    1. Pull the lower Teflon® seal away from the injector.
    2. Carefully cut and discard the lower fuel injector Teflon® seals.

    GFD510859Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  66. Remove and discard the fuel injector seal and O-ring seal.
    GFD510860Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    • Remove the CHT sensor and the heat shield.

    • Discard the CHT sensor.

    GFD510861Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  67. Remove the bolts and the CKP sensor.
    GFD510862Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  68. Turn the crankshaft clockwise until the No. 1 piston is 45 degrees BTDC using the guide holes on the engine front cover and the crankshaft pulley.
    GFD510664Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  69. Remove the engine plug bolt.
    GFD510678Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  70. Install Special Service Tool: 303-507 Timing Peg, Crankshaft TDC.
    GFD510677Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  71. NOTE: The special tool will contact the crankshaft and prevent it from turning past TDC. However, the crankshaft can still be rotated in the counterclockwise direction. The crankshaft must remain at the TDC position during the crankshaft pulley removal and installation.
    NOTE: The engine front cover is removed from graphic for clarity.

    Rotate the crankshaft clockwise until it contacts the special tool. Use Special Service Tool: 303-507 Timing Peg, Crankshaft TDC.

    GFD510863Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  72. Remove the bolts and the high-pressure fuel pump drive unit.
    GFD510864Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  73. NOTE: The Camshaft Alignment Tool is for camshaft Alignment only. Using this tool to prevent engine rotation can result in engine damage.
    NOTE: The camshaft timing slots are offset. If the Camshaft Alignment Tool cannot be installed, remove the TDC Timing Peg and rotate the crankshaft three-fourths of a revolution clockwise and repeat the previous 2 steps of this procedure.

    Install Special Service Tool: 303-1685 Alignment Tool, Camshaft.

    GFD510865Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  74. NOTE: The crankshaft must remain in the TDC position during removal of the pulley bolt or damage to the engine can occur. Therefore, the crankshaft pulley must be held in place with the special tool and the bolt should be removed using an air impact wrench (1/2-in drive minimum).

    • Using the special tools, remove the bolt and the crankshaft pulley. Use Special Service Tool: 303-1689 Holding Tool, Crank Damper.

    • Discard the bolt.

    GFD510866Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  75. Install the original crankshaft pulley bolt and washer.
    GFD510867Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  76. NOTE: Use care not to damage the engine front cover or the crankshaft when removing the seal.

    Using the crankshaft seal remover, remove the crankshaft front seal and discard. Use Special Service Tool: 303-409 (T92C-6700-CH) Remover, Crankshaft Seal.

    GFD510868Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  77. Remove the original crankshaft pulley bolt and washer.
    GFD510869Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  78. Remove the bolts and the engine front cover.
    GFD510870Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  79. NOTE: Only use a 3M™ Roloc® Bristle Disk (2-in white, part number 07528) in a suitable tool turning at the recommended speed of 15, 000 rpm, to clean the engine front cover. Do not use metal scrapers, wire brushes or any other power abrasive disk to clean. These tools cause scratches and gouges that make leak paths.

    • Make sure that the mating faces of the engine front cover are clean and free of foreign material. Refer to: RTV Sealing Surface Cleaning and Preparation .

      Material: Motorcraft® Silicone Gasket Remover / ZC-30-A

      Material: Motorcraft® Metal Brake Parts Cleaner / PM-4-A, PM-4-B

      Material: Motorcraft® Metal Surface Prep Wipes / ZC-31-B

    • Thoroughly wash the engine front cover to remove any foreign material, including any abrasive particles created during the cleaning process.

    GFD510531Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  80. NOTE: Place clean, lint-free shop towels over exposed engine cavities. Carefully remove the towels so foreign material is not dropped into the engine. Any foreign material (including any material created while cleaning gasket surfaces) that enters the oil passages or the oil pan, may cause engine failure.
    NOTE: Do not use metal scrapers, wire brushes, power abrasive discs or 3M™ Roloc® Bristle Disk (2-in white part number 07528) to clean the sealing surfaces. These tools cause scratches and gouges that make leak paths. They also cause contamination that will cause premature engine failure. Remove all traces of the gasket.

    Make sure that the mating faces of the engine block and oil pan are clean and free of foreign material. Refer to: RTV Sealing Surface Cleaning and Preparation . Use the General Equipment: Plastic Scraper

    Material: Motorcraft® Silicone Gasket Remover / ZC-30-A

    Material: Motorcraft® Metal Brake Parts Cleaner / PM-4-A, PM-4-B

    Material: Motorcraft® Metal Surface Prep Wipes / ZC-31-B

    GFD510871Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  81. NOTE: Use an open-ended wrench on the flats of the camshaft to prevent the component from turning.

    Loosen the exhaust VCT bolt.

    GFD510872Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  82. NOTE: Use an open-ended wrench on the flats of the camshaft to prevent the component from turning.

    Loosen the intake VCT bolt.

    GFD510873Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  83. Remove the bolts and the timing chain tensioner.
    GFD510874Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  84. Remove the bolts and the timing chain guide, timing chain and tensioner arm.
    GFD510875Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    • Remove the bolts and the VCT units.

    • Discard the bolts.

    GFD510876Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  85. Remove Special Service Tool: 303-1685 Alignment Tool, Camshaft.
    GFD510865Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  86. Remove the bolts and the VCT oil control solenoids.
    GFD510877Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  87. Remove bolts and front camshaft bearing cap.
    GFD510878Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  88. NOTE: Failure to follow the camshaft loosening procedure can result in damage to the camshafts.
    NOTE: Note the location and orientation of each camshaft bearing cap and the position of the camshaft lobes on the No. 1 cylinder for installation reference.

    • Loosen the camshaft bearing caps in sequence 2 turns at a time until all tension is released from the camshaft bearing caps and remove the camshaft bearing caps and camshafts.

    • Inspect the camshaft bores for any scratches that can be felt by hand.

    GFD510879Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  89. NOTE: If the camshafts and valve tappets are to be reused, mark the location of the valve tappets to make sure they are assembled in their original positions.

    Remove the valve tappets.

    GFD510880Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  90. NOTE: There are two numbers on the valve tappet, one is date code and the other is valve tappet thickness.
    NOTE: The date code "R0605" represents the year made (R), the month (06) and the day (05).
    NOTE: A tappet with the number N650 has the thickness of 3.650 mm.

    Inspect the valve tappets.

    GFD510881Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  91. If equipped, remove the block heater.
    GFD510882Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  92. Remove the bolts, stud bolt and the cylinder head cover assembly.
    GFD510883Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  93. Remove and discard the cylinder head cover gasket.
    GFD510884Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    • Remove the bolts and the cylinder head.

    • Discard the bolts.

    GFD510885Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  94. Remove and discard the cylinder head gasket.
    GFD510886Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  95. Remove the cylinder block bushings.
    GFD510887Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  96. NOTE: 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 that make leak paths. Use a plastic scraping tool to remove all traces of the head gasket.

    Clean the cylinder head sealing surfaces.

    GFD510888Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  97. NOTE: 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 that make leak paths. Use a plastic scraping tool to remove all traces of the head gasket.
    NOTE: Clean the cylinder head bolt holes in the cylinder block. Make sure all coolant, oil or other foreign material is removed.

    Clean the cylinder block sealing surfaces.

    GFD510889Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  98. NOTE: Do not strike the oil pan sideways to remove, the oil pan is doweled and will damage the oil pan and engine block.
    NOTE: AWD shown, RWD similar.

    Remove the bolts and the oil pan.

    GFD510890Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  99. Remove the bolts and the oil pickup and screen.
    GFD510703Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  100. Discard the oil pickup and screen O-ring seal.
    GFD510704Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  101. NOTE: Do not use wire brushes, power abrasive discs or 3M™ Roloc® Bristle Disk (2-in white, part number 07528) to clean the sealing surfaces of the engine block. These tools cause scratches and gouges that make leak paths. They also cause contamination that causes premature engine failure. Remove all traces of the gasket.

    Make sure that the mating faces of the engine block are clean and free of foreign material. Refer to: RTV Sealing Surface Cleaning and Preparation . Use the General Equipment: Plastic Scraper

    Material: Motorcraft® Silicone Gasket Remover / ZC-30-A

    Material: Motorcraft® Metal Brake Parts Cleaner / PM-4-A, PM-4-B

    Material: Motorcraft® Metal Surface Prep Wipes / ZC-31-B

    GFD510891Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  102. NOTE: Only use a 3M™ Roloc® Bristle Disk (2-in white, part number 07528) in a suitable tool turning at the recommended speed of 15, 000 rpm, to clean the oil pan. Do not use metal scrapers, wire brushes or any other power abrasive disk to clean. These tools cause scratches and gouges that make leak paths.
    NOTE: AWD shown, RWD similar.

    • Make sure that the mating faces of the oil pan are clean and free of foreign material. Refer to: RTV Sealing Surface Cleaning and Preparation . Use the General Equipment: Plastic Scraper

      Material: Motorcraft® Silicone Gasket Remover / ZC-30-A

      Material: Motorcraft® Metal Brake Parts Cleaner / PM-4-A, PM-4-B

      Material: Motorcraft® Metal Surface Prep Wipes / ZC-31-B

    • Thoroughly wash the oil pan to remove any foreign material, including any abrasive particles created during the cleaning process.

    GFD510671Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    • Remove the bolts and the crankshaft rear seal.

    • Discard the crankshaft rear seal.

    GFD510892Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  103. Remove the crankshaft sprocket.
    GFD510893Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  104. NOTE: Make sure the Crankshaft TDC Timing Peg is still installed and the engine is still at TDC.

    Rotate the crankshaft until it contacts the special tool.

    GFD510417Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  105. NOTE: Mark the balance shaft assembly front shafts on the top for reference that the balance shaft assembly is at TDC.

    Index-mark the balance shaft assembly.

    GFD510894Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  106. Remove the bolts and the oil outlet tube.
    GFD510895Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  107. Inspect the oil outlet tube O-ring seals and replace if damaged.
    GFD510420Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Remove the oil inlet tube-to-bracket bolt.
    2. Remove the bolt and the oil inlet tube bracket.
    3. Remove the bolts and the oil inlet tube.
    GFD510896Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  108. Inspect the oil inlet tube O-ring seals and replace if damaged.
    GFD510422Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  109. NOTE: Due to the precision interior construction of the balance shaft assembly, it should not be disassembled.

    Remove the bolts and the balance shaft assembly.

    GFD510897Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  110. Remove Special Service Tool: 303-507 Timing Peg, Crankshaft TDC.
    GFD510428Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. Inspect ridge.
    2. NOTE: Remove the carbon buildup, do not scratch the cylinder wall. Remove all debris from the cylinder.

      Clean with abrasive pad.

    GFD510898Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  111. NOTE: Clearly mark the connecting rods, connecting rod caps and connecting rod bearings in numerical order for correct orientation for reassembly.

    Remove the bolts and the connecting rod caps.

    GFD510899Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  112. NOTE: Do not scratch the cylinder walls or crankshaft journals with the connecting rod.

    Remove the pistons.

    GFD510900Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  113. NOTE: Mark the position of the parts, so they can be installed in their original positions.

    Remove the connecting rod bearings. Refer to: Engine .

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  114. Remove the bolts and the main bearing beam.
    Fig 1: Main Bearing Loosening Sequence
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  115. NOTE: If the main bearings are being reused, mark them in order for correct orientation and reassembly.

    Remove the main bearing beam bearings.

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  116. Remove the crankshaft.
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  117. NOTE: If the main bearings are being reused, mark them in order for correct orientation and reassembly.
    NOTE: The center bulkhead has the thrust bearing.

    Remove the crankshaft main bearings.

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  118. Remove the bolts and the engine piston oil cooler valves.
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  119. If necessary, remove and discard the front cylinder block plug.
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  120. If necessary, remove and discard the rear cylinder block plug.
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