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  1. Using the Spreader Bar and the Floor Crane, remove the engine from the stand.
  2. Position the engine in the vehicle. Make sure the index marks on the torque converter stud and flexplate made during removal are lined up.
  3. Install the 2 side transmission-to-engine bolts.
    4. NOTE: Left side shown, right side similar.
    Fig 1: Locating Engine Support Insulator Nuts
    GF0009021Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Install the 4 engine support insulator nuts.
    • Tighten to 102 Nm (75 lb-ft).
  5. Remove the floor jack from the transmission.
  6. Remove the floor crane and the spreader bar.


  1. Install the remaining 9 transmission-to-engine bolts.
    Fig 1: Locating Transmission-To-Engine Bolts
    GF0009017Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    • Tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
  2. Position the oil filter adapter and install the 4 bolts.
    Fig 2: Locating Oil Filter Adapter Bolts
    GF0009014Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    • Tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
  3. Install the starter dust shield.
    Fig 3: Locating Starter Dust Shield
    GF0009094Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Install the starter, the bolt and the 2 stud bolts.
    Fig 4: Locating Starter, Bolt & 2 Stud Bolts
    GF0009015Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    • Tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
  5. Install a new oil filter.
    Fig 5: Locating Oil Filter
    GF0009005Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Connect the engine oil pressure (EOP) sensor electrical connector.
    Fig 6: Locating Engine Oil Pressure (EOP) Sensor Electrical Connector
    GF0009004Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.


  1. Connect the electrical connector and attach the wiring harness retainer to the crossmember.
    Fig 1: Locating Electrical Connector & Wiring Harness Retainer To Crossmember
    GF0009006Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Position the exhaust front pipe and install the 2 nuts.
    Fig 2: Locating Exhaust Front Pipe Nuts
    GF0009002Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    • Tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
  3. Position the transmission dust shield and install the bolt.
    Fig 3: Locating Transmission Dust Shield Bolts
    GF0009001Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    • Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).


  1. Position the engine wiring harness and install the anchor and the pin-type retainer.
    Fig 1: Locating Anchor & Pin-Type Retainer
    GF0009003Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. If equipped, connect the block heater electrical connector.
    Fig 2: Locating Block Heater Electrical Connector
    GF0008998Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Attach the generator wiring pin-type retainer.
    Fig 3: Locating Generator Wiring Pin-Type Retainer
    GF0008997Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Connect the generator electrical connections.
    Fig 4: Locating Generator Electrical Connections
    GF0008996Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    • Tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in).
  5. Position the splash shield and install the pushpins.
    Fig 5: Locating Splash Shield Pushpins
    GF0008995Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Position the starter wiring harness and install the support bracket and the bolt.
    Fig 6: Locating Starter Wiring Harness Clamp Bolt
    GF0008994Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    • Tighten to 24 Nm (18 lb-ft).
  7. Connect the following starter motor electrical connections.
    • Install the solenoid control wire and nut.
      Fig 7: Locating Solenoid Control Wire & Nut
      GF0008993Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
      • Tighten to 6 Nm (53 lb-in).
    • Install the negative battery cable and nut.
      • Tighten to 12 Nm (9 lb-ft).
    • Install the positive battery cable at the starter and the nut.
      • Tighten to 12 Nm (9 lb-ft).
  8. Connect the brake booster vacuum hose and the engine ground strap.
    Fig 8: Locating Brake Booster Vacuum Hose & Engine Ground Strap
    GF0008992Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    • Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
  9. Connect the electrical connectors, the fuel supply tube and the evaporative purge tube quick connect coupling. For additional information, refer to FUEL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION article.
    Fig 9: Locating Electrical Connectors, Fuel Supply Tube & Evaporative Purge Tube Quick Connect Coupling
    GF0008991Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  10. Connect the fuel supply tube spring lock coupling. For additional information, refer to FUEL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION article.
    11. NOTE: Install a new nylon O-ring seal.
    Fig 10: Locating Power Steering Pressure (PSP) Switch Electrical Connector
    GF0008990Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  11. Connect the power steering high-pressure tube and the power steering pressure (PSP) switch electrical connector.
    • Tighten to 20 Nm (15 lb-ft).
  12. Connect the accelerator cable and, if equipped, the speed control cable to the throttle body (TB) and the cable mounting bracket.
    Fig 11: Locating Accelerator Cable
    GF0008989Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  13. Remove the plugs and connect the A/C compressor manifold.
    Fig 12: Locating A/C Compressor Manifold Bolt
    GF0008988Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    • Tighten to 20 Nm (15 lb-ft).
  14. Connect the mass air flow (MAF) sensor electrical connector.
    Fig 13: Locating Mass Airflow Sensor (MAF) Electrical Connector
    GF0008987Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  15. Connect the A/C compressor electrical connector.
    Fig 14: Locating A/C Compressor Electrical Connector
    GF0008986Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  16. Connect the coolant reservoir-to-engine supply hose.
    Fig 15: Locating Coolant Reservoir-To-Engine Supply Hose
    GF0008985Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  17. Connect the engine-to-coolant reservoir bypass hose.
    Fig 16: Locating Engine-To-Coolant Reservoir Bypass Hose
    GF0008984Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  18. Connect the vacuum reservoir tube.
    Fig 17: Locating Vacuum Reservoir Tube
    GF0008983Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  19. Install the heater hose assembly.
    Fig 18: Identifying Heater Hose Assembly
    GF0008982Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    • Connect the heater hoses to the heater core.
    • Connect the vacuum hose.
    • Connect the heater hoses to the engine.
  20. Install the ground strap and stud bolt.
    Fig 19: Locating Ground Strap & Stud Bolt
    GF0008981Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    • Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
  21. Position the PCM harness, install the harness retaining nut and connect the 3 PCM electrical connectors.
    Fig 20: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Connectors
    GF0008980Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    • Tighten the harness retainer nut to 4 Nm (35 lb-in).
  22. Install the lower radiator hose.
    Fig 21: Locating Lower Radiator Hose
    GF0008979Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  23. Install the fan shroud. For additional information, refer to ENGINE COOLING article.
  24. Install the upper radiator hose.
    Fig 22: Locating Upper Radiator Hose
    GF0008978Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  25. Install the air cleaner outlet pipe. For additional information, refer to INTAKE AIR DISTRIBUTION AND FILTERING article.
  26. Install the hood.
  27. Fill the engine with clean engine oil.
  28. Connect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES article.
  29. Fill and bleed the engine cooling system. For additional information, refer to ENGINE COOLING article.
  30. Fill and bleed the power steering system. For additional information, refer to STEERING SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION article.
  31. Evacuate and charge the A/C system. For additional information, refer to CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSTICS article.
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