Ford Escape: Engine / Removal and Installation - Variable Camshaft Timing (VCT) Unit
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.
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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Remove the timing chain.
Refer to: Timing Chain (303-01C Engine, Removal and Installation).
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NOTE:
Do not tighten the bolts at this time. The bolts
will be tightened during the timing chain installation procedure.
Remove the bolts and the VCT units.
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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Road test the vehicle.
Removal
Remove the camshafts.
Refer to: Camshafts (303-01B Engine - 2.0L EcoBoost (177kW/240PS) – MI4, Removal and Installation).
If the camshafts and valve tappets are to be reused,
make sure they are assembled in their original positions...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
303-476
(T94P-9472-A)
Socket, Exhaust Gas Oxygen SensorTKIT-1994-LM/MTKIT-1994-FTKIT-1994-FLM/FM
Strap Wrench
Floor Crane
Adjustable Mounting Arm
Oil Drain Equipment
Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
Fluid Container
Powertrain Jack
Wooden Block
Materials
Name
Specification
Motorcraft® Penetrating and Lock..
Other information:
System Operation
System Diagram
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TPMS
Sensor
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TPMS
Sensor
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TPMS
Sensor
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TPMS
Sensor
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GWM
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BCM
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IPC
Message
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How Does Blind Spot Information System Work
Blind spot information system uses
sensors on both sides of your vehicle,
detecting rearward from the exterior
mirrors to approximately 13 ft (4 m)
beyond the rear bumper. The detection
area extends to approximately 59 ft (18 m)
beyond the rear bumper when the vehicle
speed is greater than 30 mph (48 km/h)
to alert you of faster approaching vehic..