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17. Lift the manifold and carefully detach the wiring harness
secured to the manifold with four (4) retaining clips on the
rear of the manifold. Remove the manifold and set aside.
18. Carefully remove eight green O-ring seals from the
manifold flanges. Clean and inspect the O-ring gaskets for
any damage and replace if necessary. Set O-ring gaskets
aside as they will be reused later.
19. Use a soft cloth to remove any contaminants on the
sealing surfaces of the cylinder heads. Use masking tape to
prevent any debris from entering the exposed ports.
20. Use an 8mm socket to remove the bolt retaining the
passenger side coolant fitting. Pull the fitting out of the
cylinder head and set it aside for reuse later. Cover the
cavity with masking tape to prevent debris from entering.
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21. Using a 15mm socket, release the tension from the
primary drive tensioner by rotating the tensioner counter-
clockwise. Remove the primary drive belt and discard.
Then use a 13mm socket to remove the primary tensioner.
22. Using a 3/8" breaker bar or equivalent, release the
tension form the secondary A/C drive tensioner and remove
the A/C drive belt and discard.
23. Use a 10mm and 13mm socket (15mm on '14 Model
Years) to remove the secondary A/C drive tensioner and the
idler pulley.
CAUTION: The following A/C compressor belt installation
procedures must be followed very closely to avoid damaging
the stretchy a/c compressor belt. If you have any questions
please contact Edelbrock's Tech Hotline at 800-416-8628.
24. Position the A/C compressor belt behind the crankshaft
pulley with the belt ribs facing towards the front of the
vehicle. Carefully position the belt onto the A/C compressor
pulley as shown.
NOTE: 2014 model years will use a 4 rib stretch belt. 2011-
2013 model years will use a 6 rib stretch belt.
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2011-2014 Ford F-150 5.0L
Installation Instructions
Belt Ribs
Brochure #63-1584
Rev. 12/11/17 - NP
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