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Engine Front Cover: Removal

NOTE: 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.

LHD AWD/LHD RWD 

NOTE: Early build vehicles are equipped with vacuum actuated engine mounts, late build vehicles are equipped with conventional hydro engine mounts.
  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. Refer to: Jacking and Lifting .
  2. Release the fuel system pressure. Refer to: Fuel System Pressure Release .
  3. Disconnect the battery ground cable. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect .
  4. Drain the engine cooling system. Refer to: Engine Cooling System Draining, Vacuum Filling and Bleeding .
  5. Remove the following items:

    1. Refer to: Oil Pan .
    2. Refer to: Degas Bottle .
    3. Refer to: Valve Cover RH .
    4. Refer to: Valve Cover LH .
    5. Refer to: Oil Cooler .

  6. Release the clamps and disconnect the upper and lower radiator hoses.

    • Position the hoses aside.

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  7. Remove the following items:

    1. Refer to: Accessory Drive Belt Tensioner .
    2. NOTE: It is not necessary to remove the thermostat housing. The coolant pump and thermostat housing can be removed as an assembly.

      Refer to: Coolant Pump .

    3. Refer to: Generator - 3. 0L EcoBoost .
    4. Refer to: Crankshaft Front Seal .

    LHD AWD 

  8. Remove the LH and RH front halfshafts. Refer to: Halfshaft .
  9. NOTE: LH shown, RH similar.

    Remove the bolts and the front suspension height sensors.

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    LHD AWD/LHD RWD 

  10. NOTE: The original engine mount-to-engine bolts and subframe bolts will be required to temporarily install the engine mount and subframe. Do not discard these fasteners until instructed to in this engine front cover procedure.

    Remove the LH engine mount. Refer to: Engine Mount LH .

    LHD AWD 

  11. Disconnect the front axle disconnect actuator electrical connector and vent hose.
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  12. Remove the bolts and the front axle disconnect actuator.
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  13. Remove and discard the seal.
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    LHD AWD/LHD RWD 

  14. Remove the wire harness bracket bolt, then move out of the way.
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  15. Remove the turbocharger oil return tube bolts, then remove the turbocharger oil return tube.
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    • NOTE: Use brake cleaner and a nylon brush to clean. Do not use a metal brush, damage to sealing area will result in leaks.

      Inspect for blockage in the turbocharger tube. Check the tube, the sealing surfaces and the flange for flatness and damage. Ensure that the retaining bracket is not bent, check for square-ness of the retaining bracket to the O-ring area. Install new components if needed.

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

    1. Remove and discard the turbocharger oil return tube O-ring seal.

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  17. Remove and discard the turbocharger oil return tube tube-to-engine block gasket.
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  18. NOTE: Early build shown, late build similar.

    Install the LH engine mount, the original bolts finger-tight and then tighten in sequence.

    Torque: 46 lb. ft (63 Nm)

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  19. NOTE: Make sure that the LH and RH engine mount studs are in the subframe when raised.

    With the aid of an assistant, raise the front and rear jack stand evenly.

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  20. Install the original front subframe bolts finger tight.
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  21. Install the original middle subframe bolts finger tight.
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  22. Install the original rear subframe bolts finger tight.
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  23. Tighten the front subframe bolts.

    Torque: 195 lb. ft (265 Nm)

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  24. Tighten the middle subframe bolts.

    Torque: 195 lb. ft (265 Nm)

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  25. Tighten the rear subframe bolts.

    Torque: 52 lb. ft (70 Nm)

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  26. Remove adjustable jack stands.
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  27. Remove Special Service Tool: 303-F070 Support Bar, Engine.
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  28. Remove the two M8 x 1. 25 x 105 mm bolts, two washers, and the special tools. Remove Special Service Tool: 303-050 (T70P-6000) Lifting Bracket, Engine.
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  29. Remove the bolts and the heat shield.
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  30. Remove the bolt, then disconnect the turbocharger coolant return tube from the turbocharger.
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    • NOTE: Use brake cleaner and a nylon brush to clean. Do not use a metal brush, damage to sealing area will result in leaks.

      Inspect the turbocharger tube and the sealing surfaces. Ensure that the retaining bracket is not bent, check for square-ness of the retaining bracket to the O-ring area. Install new components if needed.

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

    1. Remove and discard the turbocharger coolant return tube O-ring seal.

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  32. Remove the turbocharger oil supply tube bolt, then disconnect the turbocharger oil supply tube.
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  33. Disconnect the clamp and the turbocharger wastegate control hose. Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
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  34. Remove the turbocharger coolant supply tube bolt, then remove the outer tube.
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    • NOTE: Use brake cleaner and a nylon brush to clean. Do not use a metal brush, damage to sealing area will result in leaks.

      Inspect the turbocharger tube and the sealing surfaces. Ensure that the retaining bracket is not bent, check for square-ness of the retaining bracket to the O-ring area.

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

    1. Remove and discard the turbocharger coolant supply tube O-ring seal. Inspect the rubber gasket. Install new components if needed.

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  36. Remove the upper turbocharger nuts.
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  37. Remove the turbocharger studs.
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  38. Remove the turbocharger bolt, then remove the turbocharger and gasket. Discard the gasket.
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  39. Remove the turbocharger oil supply tube bolt, then disconnect the turbocharger oil supply tube from the turbocharger.
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    • NOTE: Use brake cleaner and a nylon brush to clean. Do not use a metal brush, damage to sealing area will result in leaks.

      Inspect the turbocharger tube and the sealing surfaces. Ensure that the retaining bracket is not bent, check for square-ness of the retaining bracket to the O-ring area.

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

    1. Remove and discard the turbocharger oil supply tube O-ring seals and the turbocharger oil supply tube oil filter. Install new components if needed.

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    • NOTE: Use brake cleaner and a nylon brush to clean. Do not use a metal brush, damage to sealing area will result in leaks.

      Inspect the turbocharger tube and the sealing surfaces. Ensure that the retaining bracket is not bent, check for square-ness of the retaining bracket to the O-ring area. Install new components if needed.

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

    1. Remove and discard the turbocharger coolant return tube O-ring seals.

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  42. Detach the wiring harness retainer.
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  43. Remove the bolt and idler pulley.
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  44. NOTE: There are 5 different types of fasteners, note location of each fastener for assembly.

    Remove the engine front cover fasteners.

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  45. Using a large flat-bladed screwdriver and the indicated pry pads, release the sealer and remove the engine front cover. Use the General Equipment: Flat-Bladed Screwdriver
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  46. Remove and discard the engine front cover gaskets.
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  47. Remove and discard the oil gallery seal (6G068).
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  48. NOTE: Only use a 3M™ Roloc® Bristle Disk (2-in white, part number 07528) to clean the engine front cover. Do not use metal scrapers, wire brushes or any other power abrasive disk to clean front cover.

    • Clean the engine front cover using a 3M™ Roloc® Bristle Disk (2-in white, part number 07528) in a suitable tool turning at the recommended speed of 15, 000 rpm. Refer to: RTV Sealing Surface Cleaning and Preparation .

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

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  49. 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 may cause engine failure.
    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. 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 are clean and free of foreign material. Refer to: RTV Sealing Surface Cleaning and Preparation . Use the General Equipment: Plastic Scraper

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