Ford 1997 Aerostar Workshop Manual page 117

1997 Aerostar/Ranger
1. Install engine lifting eyes on engine, connect with a chain and attach to a floor crane.
2. Remove attaching bolts and remove engine from work stand.
3. NOTE: Place a block of wood between the crossmember and the forward edge of the oil pan
sump to keep engine level.
With front crossmember securely positioned on Powertrain Removal Lift 014-00265 or equivalent,
slowly lower engine until engine mount studs are piloted in crossmember holes. Install retaining nuts
and tighten to 96-127 Nm (71-94 lb-ft). Install safety chains.
4. Position engine rear plate on rear of engine.
5. Make sure vehicle is secured on hoist and maneuver Powertrain Removal Lift under vehicle. Align lift
and engine/crossmember assembly so three mounting bolts on each side of frame are in alignment
with holes in crossmember.
6. Lower vehicle slowly so bolts are piloted in crossmember holes. Raise engine lift or lower hoist so
crossmember is against frame. Install nuts retaining crossmember to frame and tighten to 196-264
Nm (145-195 lb-ft).
7. Remove safety chain, raise vehicle and remove Powertrain Removal Lift.
8. Install three-way catalytic converter (TWC) to exhaust manifolds (do not tighten bolts at this time).
Install a new gasket between three-way catalytic converter and muffler inlet pipe, install nuts and
bolts and tighten to 25-35 Nm (18-26 lb-ft).
9. NOTE: Make sure torque converter rotates freely and is not bound up.
When the torque converter is fully installed, check dimension A: minimum 10.23mm (7/16 inch);
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