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Engine Front Cover: Removal

Fig 1: Identifying Engine Front Cover Components (1 Of 2)
G04003941Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Fig 2: Identifying Engine Front Cover Components (2 Of 2)
G04003942Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
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 can cause engine failure.
  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
  2. Remove the generator. For additional information, refer to GENERATOR AND REGULATOR .
  3. Remove the coolant pump. For additional information, refer to ENGINE COOLING .
  4. Remove the crankcase position (CKP) sensor. For additional information, refer to ELECTRONIC ENGINE CONTROLS .
  5. Remove the camshaft synchronizer. For additional information, refer to ELECTRONIC ENGINE CONTROLS .
  6. Remove the generator brace bolt and the generator mounting bracket.
  7. Remove the 3 accessory drive belt tensioner bolts and the tensioner.
  8. Remove and discard the oil filter.
  9. If equipped, remove the oil cooler. For additional information, refer to OIL COOLER .
  10. Disconnect the RH front anti-lock brake wheel sensor electrical connector.
    Fig 3: Disconnecting RH Front Anti-Lock Brake Wheel Sensor Electrical Connector
    G04003912Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  11. Position a safety stand under the RH side of the subframe.
    Fig 4: Positioning Safety Stand Under RH Side Of Subframe
    G04003913Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  12. Remove the bolts lower the RH side of the subframe 50.8 mm (2 in).
    Fig 5: Removing Bolts At Lower RH Side Of Subframe
    G04003914Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  13. Remove the crankshaft pulley bolt and washer.
  14. Using the special tool, remove the crankshaft pulley.
    Fig 6: Removing Crankshaft Pulley
    G04003946Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  15. Using the special tool, remove the front crankshaft front seal.
    Fig 7: Removing Front Crankshaft Front Seal
    G04003922Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  16. Raise the subframe into position, then install the bolts.
    Fig 8: Installing Subframe Bolts
    G04003914Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  17. Remove the 2 oil pan-to-engine front cover bolts.
  18. Disconnect the catalyst monitor sensor electrical connector.
    Fig 9: Disconnecting Catalyst Monitor Sensor Electrical Connector
    G04003949Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  19. Remove the catalyst monitor sensor electrical connector mounting bracket.
    Fig 10: Removing Catalyst Monitor Sensor Electrical Connector Mounting Bracket
    G04003950Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  20. Remove the 2 engine front cover stud bolts and the engine front cover bolt.
    21. CAUTION: The capscrew is hidden by the oil filter housing. Failure to remove this retainer will result in damage to the engine front cover.
  21. Remove the engine front cover capscrew.
    22. NOTE: Mark the studs so they can be reinstalled in their original location.
    Fig 11: Removing Engine Front Cover Studs
    G04003951Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  22. Loosen the 5 engine front cover studs and remove them with the engine front cover.
  23. Remove the engine front cover gasket and discard.
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