Escape 4WD V6-181 3.0L DOHC VIN 1 Duratec (2003)
8. Remove the special tool.
9. Raise and support the vehicle.
10. Remove the bolt and remove the belt tensioner.
11. Remove the crankshaft front seal.
12. Remove the crankshaft position (CKP) sensor.
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Disconnect the electrical connector.
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Remove the bolt and the sensor.
13. NOTE: Remove the engine front cover with the vehicle raised in the air.
Remove the bolts, studs and the engine front cover.
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Remove and discard the front cover gaskets.
Installation
CAUTION: Do not use metal scrapers, wire brushes, power abrasive discs or other abrasive means to clean the sealing surface. These tools cause
scratches and gouges, which make leak paths. Use a plastic scraping tool to remove all traces of sealant.
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Clean all sealing surfaces with metal surface cleaner.
2. Install three new gaskets in the front cover.
3. NOTE: The engine front cover must be installed and the bolts tightened within four minutes of applying the sealant.
