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Chain Cover: Assembly

  1. Measure the distance that the center bi-metal element pin protrudes from the chain cover.
    2. Fig 1: Checking Center Bi-Metal Element Pin Height (With Specifications)
    GF0020247Courtesy 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.
    3. Fig 2: Installing Bimetal Element Using Special Tool (307-173)
    GF0020248Courtesy 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.
    4. Fig 3: Installing Thermostat Plate
    GF0020249Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Install the slotted end of the bi-metal element under the retaining ring.
    5. Fig 4: Installing Bimetal Element Under Retaining Ring
    GF0020250Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    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.
  5. Install new seals on the accumulator pistons.
    6. Fig 5: Locating Seals On Accumulator Pistons
    GF0020251Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Install the pistons into the correct bore of the cover with spring pocket up.
    7. Fig 6: Accumulator Pistons
    GF0020245Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    NOTE: The use of petroleum jelly will hold the accumulator piston shafts in place while assembling the chain cover.
  7. Install the accumulator piston shafts.
    8. Fig 7: Accumulator Piston Shafts
    GF0020244Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Install the manual valve detent spring.
    • Tighten to 11 Nm (8 lb-ft).
    9. Fig 8: Manual Valve Detent Spring Bolt
    GF0033471Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    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.
    10. Fig 9: Identifying No. 1 Drive Sprocket Thrust Washer And No. 3 Chain Cover Thrust Washer
    GF0020242Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  10. Install internal wire harness if it was removed.
    11. Fig 10: Internal Wire Harness
    GF0020252Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
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