Ford F150 Pickup. Manual — part 900

Fig. 509: Removing LH Motor Mount Bolt - 4X2, 5.4L
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

29. Lower the vehicle.

30. Raise the engine using the special tool.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

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

Fig. 510: Raising Engine Using Special Tool - 4X2, 5.4L
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

31. Raise the vehicle on the hoist.

NOTE:

Be careful when removing the oil pan gasket. The oil pan
gasket is reusable if it is not damaged.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

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

Fig. 511: Locating Oil Pan Bolts - 4X2, 5.4L
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

32. Remove the oil pan bolts.

Position the oil pan aside to gain access to the oil pump screen and pickup tube.

33. Remove the bolt securing the rear of the oil pump screen and pickup tube.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

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

Fig. 512: Removing Rear Oil Pump Screen & Pickup Tube - 4X2, 5.4L
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

34. Remove the bolts securing the front of the oil pump screen and pickup tube.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

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