Explorer Sport Trac 4WD V6-245 4.0L SOHC VIN K SFI (2001)
The new oil galley plug comes pre-encapsulated with sealant. Do not apply additional sealant to the plug.
4.
Install the new oil galley plug. Tighten the plug until it is flush with the face of the cylinder head.
NOTE:
Failure to remove then reinstall the radiator cap may result in coolant draining when the engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor is removed.
5.
Remove, then reinstall, the radiator cap.
6.
Remove the ECT sensor only. See Figure 5.
7.
Remove and discard the left cam chain tensioner and washer. See Figure 5.
8.
Install the new cam chain tensioner and washer. Tighten the tensioner to 44 Nm (32 lb-ft). See Figure 7.
9.
Install and connect the ECT sensor. Tighten the sensor to 15 Nm (132 lb-in).
10.
Connect the coolant temperature sender.
LOWER INTAKE MANIFOLD -- INSTALLATION
1.
Remove the old gaskets from the lower intake manifold. Clean the manifold gasket mating surfaces. Remove the shop towels from the cylinder
heads and clean the gasket mating surfaces.
2.
Install new lower intake manifold gaskets, making sure they are correctly seated.
3.
Install the lower intake manifold. Tighten the bolts to 18 Nm (13 lb-ft).
4.
Install the engine vacuum reservoir, if equipped.
5.
Install the locking clips onto the right and left VMV hose connectors.
6.
Install the new upper intake manifold gaskets.
CAUTION:
When installing the upper intake manifold, be sure that all vacuum lines are positioned back to avoid pinching them under the manifold.
CAUTION:
DO Not use any silicone-based lubricants on the EGR tube 0-ring.
NOTE:
Using Penetrating and Lock Lubricant, E8AZ-19A501-B or equivalent non-silicone-based lubricant, lightly lubricate the EGR tube 0-ring to allow
