Ford Aerostar 1997 Workshop Manual page 50

1997 Aerostar/Ranger
Section 03-01C: Engine, 4.0L V-6
IN-VEHICLE SERVICE
Camshaft
SPECIAL SERVICE TOOL(S)
REQUIRED
Description
Sensor Adjusting Wrench T94T-12270- A
NOTE: 4.0L OHV engines are equipped with a camshaft position sensor (CMP sensor) (12A112)
mounted on the camshaft synchronizer (12A362). The camshaft synchronizer replaces the oil pump
drive assembly. To perform the removal and installation procedure for the camshaft (6250), the
camshaft synchronizer must be removed after oil pan (6675) removal. Refer to
camshaft synchronizer removal and installation.
Removal
NOTE: It is necessary to replace oil pan gasket (6710) when removing and installing engine front
cover (6019). On the Ranger, it is necessary to remove the engine (6007) to remove the oil pan. On
Aerostar, it is necessary to remove the transmission to properly reseal oil pan.
1. On the Ranger, remove engine as outlined in this section.
2. On Aerostar vehicles, remove radiator (8005) as outlined in
as outlined in Group 07.
3. Remove the upper and lower intake manifolds as outlined in this section.
4. Remove the engine front cover as outlined in this section.
5. Remove the oil pan as outlined in this section.
6. Remove the hold-down clamp (12270), screw and oil pump drive shaft from the rear of the cylinder
blocks (6010).
7. NOTE: Ranger has a CID sensor mounted on top of the oil pump drive assembly. Sensor
Adjusting Wrench T94T-12270-A is designed for easy access to the hold-down clamp screw.
On the Ranger, disconnect the engine wiring harness connector at the CID sensor.
8. Remove the valve covers (6582) and rocker arm shaft (6563) assemblies as outlined in this section.
Lift out the push rods (6565) and place in a marked rack so they can be installed in the same location.
9. Remove the valve tappets (6500). Refer to
10. Push the timing chain/belt tensioner (6K254) into the retracted position, and install the retaining clip.
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Tool Number
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