Ford F150 Pickup. Instruction — part 1071

Fig. 192: Applying Sealer To Rear Main Bearing Cap & Oil Pan Mating Surface
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2003 Ford Pickup F150

2003 ENGINE Engine - 4.2L - F150 Pickup

5. 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.

6. 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. 193: Oil Pan Bolt Tightening Sequence
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7. Install the oil bypass filter.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

2003 ENGINE Engine - 4.2L - F150 Pickup

Fig. 194: Installing Oil Bypass Filter
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8. Install the oil level indicator and tube.

Install the bolt.

NOTE:

Install a new O-ring seal.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

2003 ENGINE Engine - 4.2L - F150 Pickup

Fig. 195: Installing Oil Level Indicator & Tube
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2003 Ford Pickup F150

2003 ENGINE Engine - 4.2L - F150 Pickup