Ford F150 Pickup. Manual — part 1108

Fig. 339: Installing Crankshaft Position Sensor
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

43. Install the camshaft synchronizer. For additional information, refer to CAMSHAFT

POSITION SENSOR & SYNCHRONIZER .

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2003 ENGINE Engine - 4.2L - F150 Pickup

Fig. 340: Installing Camshaft Synchronizer & Tightening Sequence
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

44. Clean and apply the sealant to the oil pan sealing areas indicated and install the oil pan rear

seal.

1. Apply the sealer to the rear main bearing cap.

2. Install the oil pan rear seal.

3. Apply the sealer to the oil pan mating surface.

Use metal surface cleaner.

Use silicone gasket and sealant.

NOTE:

If the oil pan is not installed within four minutes, remove the
sealer and reapply.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

2003 ENGINE Engine - 4.2L - F150 Pickup

Fig. 341: Applying Sealer To Rear Main Bearing Cap & Oil Pan Mating
Surface

2003 Ford Pickup F150

2003 ENGINE Engine - 4.2L - F150 Pickup

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

45. Install the oil pan.

Tighten the bolts in the sequence shown in two stages:

Stage 1: Tighten the bolts to 5 Nm (44 lb-in).

Stage 2: Tighten the bolts to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).

Fig. 342: Oil Pan Bolts Tightening Sequence
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

46. Apply a bead of sealant to the key way in the crankshaft damper and use the special tool to

position and install the crankshaft damper.

Use silicone gasket and sealant.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

2003 ENGINE Engine - 4.2L - F150 Pickup