Ford F150 Pickup. Manual — part 865

Install the bolts loosely.

Fig. 372: Installing Camshaft & Camshaft Bearing Caps - 4.6L
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4. Tighten the bolts in the sequence shown.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

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

Fig. 373: Identifying Camshaft Bearing Cap Bolt Tightening Sequence - 4.6L
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5. Install the camshaft sprocket.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

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

1. Install the sprocket.

2. Install and tighten the bolt.

Tighten in two stages.

Stage 1: Tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).

Stage 2: Tighten an additional 90 degrees.

Fig. 374: Installing Camshaft Sprocket - 4.6L
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Windsor Engine (5.4L)

6. Install the camshaft and the camshaft bearing caps in their original locations.

Lubricate the camshaft bearing caps with clean engine oil.

Position the camshaft bearing caps.

Install the bolts loosely.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

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

Fig. 375: Installing Camshaft & Camshaft Bearing Caps - 5.4L
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

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