Ford F150 Pickup. Instruction — part 846

Fig. 296: Removing Crankshaft Sensor Ring From Crankshaft - 5.4L
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

CAUTION: Unless otherwise instructed, at no time when the timing

chains are removed and the cylinder heads are installed
is the crankshaft or camshaft to be rotated. Severe piston
and valve damage will occur.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

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

Fig. 297: Aligning Crankshaft With Keyway At 12 o'clock Position - 5.4L
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

3. Position the crankshaft with the keyway at the 12 o'clock position.

4. Install and fully tighten the special tools on both camshafts.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

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

Fig. 298: Installing Special Tools On Camshafts - 5.4L
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5. Remove the timing chain tensioning system from both timing chains.

1. Remove the bolts.

2. Remove the timing chain tensioners.

3. Remove the timing chain tensioner arms.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

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

Fig. 299: Removing Timing Chain Tensioning System - 5.4L
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

CAUTION: Unless otherwise instructed, at no time when the timing

chains are removed and the cylinders heads are installed
is the crankshaft or camshaft to be rotated. Severe piston
and valve damage will occur.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

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