Ford F150 Pickup. Manual — part 856

Fig. 336: Aligning LH (Inner) Timing Chain Mark With Crankshaft Sprocket - 4.6L
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9. Install the LH timing chain on the camshaft sprocket, aligning the copper (marked) link with

the timing marks on the sprocket.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

2003 ENGINE Engine - 4.6L & 5.4L - F150 Pickup

Fig. 337: Aligning LH Camshaft Sprocket With Timing Chain - 4.6L
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NOTE:

The LH timing chain tensioner arm has a bump near the dowel

2003 Ford Pickup F150

2003 ENGINE Engine - 4.6L & 5.4L - F150 Pickup

Fig. 338: Installing LH Timing Chain Tensioner - 4.6L
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10. Position the LH timing chain tensioner arm on the dowel pin and install the LH timing chain

tensioner.

11. Remove the retaining clip from the LH timing chain tensioner.

hole for identification.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

2003 ENGINE Engine - 4.6L & 5.4L - F150 Pickup

Fig. 339: Removing Timing Chain Tensioner Retaining Clip - 4.6L
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

12. Position the RH (outer) timing chain on the crankshaft sprocket, aligning the copper

(marked) link with the timing mark on the sprocket.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

2003 ENGINE Engine - 4.6L & 5.4L - F150 Pickup