F 150 2WD Pickup V8-5.4L Prop SOHC VIN Z (1998)
Timing Chain Guide: Service and Repair
NOTE: Ford does not provide a procedure to align the timing components without the OE tools specified.
REMOVAL
CAUTION: Since the engine is not free wheeling if the crankshaft or the camshafts are moved in any manner during removal and installation the
crankshaft and camshafts must be Desynchronized. These steps are located in Engine Assembly Steps 36 to 48.
1. Remove the engine front cover.
2. Remove the crankshaft sensor ring from the crankshaft.
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.
3. Position the crankshaft with the Crankshaft Holding Tool as shown.
4. Install and fully tighten the Camshaft Holding Tools on both camshafts.
