Econoline E450 V8-5.4L SOHC VIN L (1998)
Front Engine Plate: Service and Repair
Installation
1. Apply a bead of silicone along the cylinder head to cylinder block surface and the oil pan to cylinder block surface
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Use Silicone Gasket and Sealant F6AZ-19562-AA or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSE-M4G323-A6.
NOTE:
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The timing chain/belt is removed for clarity.
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If not secured within 4 minutes, sealant must be removed and the sealing area cleaned with Metal Surface Cleaner F4AZ-19A536-RA or
equivalent meeting Ford specification WSE-M5B392-A. Allow to dry until there is no sign of wetness, or 4 minutes, whichever is longer.
Failure to follow this procedure can cause future oil leakage.
2. Install a new engine timing cover gasket on the engine timing cover, then position the engine timing cover on the front cover-to-cylinder block
dowel(s) and loosely install the bolts.