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Section 421 (Engine - 3.0L): Installation: Engine: Material

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MATERIAL SPECIFICATION CHART

Item Specification
Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant VC-7-A or equivalent WSE-M97B51-A1
Motorcraft Premium Engine Coolant VC-4-A or equivalent ESE-M97B44-A
Motorcraft Premium Synthetic Blend SAE 5W-20 Motor Oil XO-5W20-QSP or equivalent WSS-M2C153-H
  1. Install the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table. See Fig 1.
    Fig 1: Locating Fuel Hose Safety Clip
    G03200751Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Install the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table. See Fig 2.
    Fig 2: Locating Radiator Upper Sight Shield
    G03200752Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Install the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table. See Fig 3.
    Fig 3: Locating Electronic Cooling Fan
    G03200753Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Install the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table. See Fig 4.
    Fig 4: Identifying Vacuum Hose
    G03200754Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Install the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table. See Fig 5.
    Fig 5: Identifying Starter Solenoid Wire
    G03200755Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Install the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table. See Fig 6.
    Fig 6: Identifying Torque Converter Access
    G03200756Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Install the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table. See Fig 7.
    Fig 7: Identifying Power Steering Rack Electrical Connectors
    G03200757Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Install the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table. See Fig 8.
    Fig 8: Identifying LF Brake And Suspension Components
    G03200758Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. Illustration 9 of 15. Install the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table.
    Fig 9: Identifying Steering Shaft And Steering Rack Component
    G03200759Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  10. Install the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table. See Fig 10.
    Fig 10: Identifying Front Crossmember
    G03200760Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  11. Install the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table. See Fig 11.
    Fig 11: Removing Power Steering Pump
    G03200761Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  12. Install the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table. See Fig 12.
    Fig 12: Identifying Coolant And Vacuum Hoses
    G03200762Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  13. Install the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table. See Fig 13.
    Fig 13: Identifying Cooling Fan Components
    G03200763Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  14. Install the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table. See Fig 14.
    Fig 14: Removing Coolant Hose
    G03200764Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  15. Install the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table. See Fig 15
    Fig 15: Removing Power Steering Electrical Connector
    G03200765Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  16. Install the driveshaft. For additional information, refer to DRIVELINE SYSTEM .
  17. Install the three-way catalytic converter. For additional information, refer to EXHAUST SYSTEM .
  18. Fill the engine with clean oil
  19. Install the clean air inlet duct. For additional information, refer to CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM .
  20. Install the air cleaner assembly. For additional information, refer to INTAKE AIR, FUEL CHARGING, STARTING & ENGINE ELECTRONICS - 3.0L (4V) .
  21. Connect the battery ground cable.
  22. Fill and bleed the engine cooling system. For additional information, refer to ENGINE COOLING .
  23. Fill the power steering system. For additional information, refer to STEERING SYSTEM .
  24. Charge the A/C system. For additional information, refer to CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM .

Item 1: Transmission Mounting Bolts Installation Note 

  1. Install the special tool to the engine as shown.
    Fig 16: Installing Transmission Mounting Bolts
    G03200766Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Install the special tool to the engine as shown.
    Fig 17: Installing Special Tool To Engine
    G03200767Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Using an engine crane, transfer the engine to the subframe.
    Fig 18: Installing Engine To Subframe
    G03200768Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Install the LH engine mount nut.
    Fig 19: Installing LH Engine Mount Nut
    G03200769Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Install the RH engine mount nut.
    Fig 20: Installing RH Engine Mount Nut
    G03200770Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Install the transmission to the engine and install the bolts.
    Fig 21: Installing Transmission To Engine
    G03200771Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Remove the special tool.
    Fig 22: Removing Special Service Tool (1 Of 2)
    G03200772Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Remove the special tool.
    Fig 23: Removing Special Service Tool (2 Of 2)
    G03200773Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Item 23: O-Ring Installation Note 

  1. Using the special tool, install a new Teflon® seal on the pressure line fitting.
    Fig 24: Installing O-Ring
    G03200774Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Item 26: Power Steering Pump Installation Note 

  1. Rotate the tensioner counterclockwise and install the drive belt on the pulley.
    Fig 25: Installing Drive Belt On Pulley
    G03200775Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Items 32-38: Subframe and Bolts Installation Note 

  1. Position and carefully raise the entire engine, transmission, cooling and subframe assembly into the vehicle.
    Fig 26: Installing Subframe And Bolts Installation
    G03200776Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Install the crossmember bolts.
    Fig 27: Installing Crossmember
    G03200777Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Install the RH subframe bolts.
    Fig 28: Installing RH Subframe Bolts
    G03200778Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Install the LH subframe bolts.
    Fig 29: Installing LH Subframe Bolts
    G03200779Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Install the transmission support bracket.
    Fig 30: Installing Transmission Support Bracket
    G03200780Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Remove the powertrain lift and transmission support bracket.
    Fig 31: Removing Transmission Support Bracket
    G03200781Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Remove the safety stands from the rear of the vehicle.
  8. Install the air dam and install the lower air deflector pin-type retainers.

Items 39-52: Front Suspension and Brake Caliper Installation Note 

  1. Install the lower strut mount bolts.
    Fig 32: Installing Lower Strut Mount Bolts
    G03200782Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Install the upper ball joint nut.
    Fig 33: Installing Upper Ball Joint Nut
    G03200783Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Connect the stabilizer link lower mounts and install the nuts.
    Fig 34: Connecting Stabilizer Link Lower Mounts
    G03200784Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Install the front brake calipers.
    Fig 35: Installing Front Brake Calipers
    G03200785Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Connect the anti-lock brake sensor harness to the brake hose clips.
    Fig 36: Connecting Anti-Lock Brake Sensor Harness
    G03200786Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Connect the anti-lock brake sensor electrical connector.
    Fig 37: Connecting Anti-Lock Brake Sensor Electrical Connector
    G03200787Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Install the inner splash shield.
    1. Position the inner splash shield back.
    2. Install the pin-type retainers.
    Fig 38: Installing Pin-Type Retainers
    G03200788Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Item 53: Steering Shaft Installation Note 

    CAUTION: Do not allow the steering wheel to rotate while the steering column intermediate shaft is disconnected or damage to the clockspring can result. If there is evidence that the wheel has rotated, the clockspring must be removed and recentered. For additional information, refer to AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS .
    Fig 39: Connecting Steering Shaft Installation
    G03200789Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  1. Connect the intermediate shaft to the steering gear and install the pinch bolt.

Item 57: Steering Rack Electrical Connectors Installation Note 

  1. Connect the power steering rack electrical connectors.
    Fig 40: Connecting Steering Rack Electrical Connectors Installation
    G03200790Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Item 58: Shift Cable Installation Note 

  1. Reclip the shift cable to the bracket.
    Fig 41: Installing Shift Cable
    G03200791Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Item 59: Shift Cable Installation Note 

  1. Connect the shift cable to the shifter.
    Fig 42: Connecting Shift Cable To Shifter
    G03200792Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Items 63 and 64: Torque Converter Nuts and Access Cover Installation Note 

    NOTE: Align the reference marks made during removal.
    Fig 43: Aligning Reference Marks Made During Removal
    G03200793Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  1. Install the nuts.
  2. Install the access cover.
    Fig 44: Installing Access Cover
    G03200794Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Item 73: Vapor Management Valve (VMV) Vapor Tube Installation Note 

  1. Connect the VMV.
    • Vacuum hose.
    • Canister purge valve.
    Fig 45: Locating Canister Purge Valve
    G03200795Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Item 81: Low Pressure Hose Installation Note 

  1. Connect the A/C low pressure hose and install the clip.
    Fig 46: Connecting A/C Low Pressure Hose
    G03200796Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Item 98: Coolant Valve Electrical Connector Installation Note 

  1. Clip the harness to the radiator support and connect the coolant valve electrical connector.
    2. Fig 47: Locating Coolant Valve Electrical Connector
    G03200797Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Item 99: Heater Hoses Installation Note 

    NOTE: Install the hoses to the marks made during the removal process.
    Fig 48: Connecting Quick-Disconnect Couplings
    G03200798Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  1. Connect the three quick-disconnect couplings from the coolant control valve hoses to the heater tube assembly. For additional information, refer to CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM .
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