Ford Escape: Electronic Engine Controls / Removal and Installation - Variable Camshaft Timing (VCT) Oil Control Solenoid
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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Remove the valve cover.
Refer to: Valve Cover (303-01C Engine, Removal and Installation).
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Remove the bolt and the VCT oil control solenoid.
Torque:
89 lb.in (10 Nm)
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
418-537Drill Bushing, Powertrain Control Module
Ford Diagnostic Equipment
6 mm Drill Bit
Removal
All vehicles
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details...
Other information:
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Dial Indicator
Check
Verify that the cylinder block deck surface and the pistons are clean.
The piston protrusion is measured in-line front and rear avoiding raised or etched marking.
NOTE:
Use a commercially available deck bridge such as the Proform® 66797 Magnetic Deck Bridge or equivalent.
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Lubricants, Fluids, Sealers and Adhesives
Specifications
DOT 4 LV brake fluid
Material: Motorcraft® DOT 4 LV High Performance Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid
/ PM-20
(WSS-M6C65-A2)
Torque Specifications
Item
Nm
lb-ft
lb-in
Front caliper bleeder scre..