F 250 4WD Pickup V8-460 7.5L (1984)
Timing Cover: Service and Repair
V8-460
1.
Drain cooling system and engine oil.
2.
Remove radiator shroud and fan, then disconnect radiator hoses from engine.
3.
On models equipped with automatic transmission, disconnect oil cooler lines from radiator.
4.
On all models, remove radiator upper support and radiator.
5.
Loosen alternator mounting bolts and, on models equipped with A/C, the A/C compressor idler pulley.
6.
Remove air pump (if equipped), drive belts and water pump pulley.
7.
On models equipped with A/C, remove A/C compressor support from water pump.
8.
On all models, remove crankshaft pulley, then the vibration damper and woodruff key.
9.
Loosen bypass hose, then disconnect heater return tube from water pump.
10.
Disconnect fuel lines from fuel pump, then remove pump. Plug open lines to prevent contamination.
11.
Remove timing case cover attaching bolts, then the timing case cover and water pump as an assembly.
12.
Reverse procedure to install. Apply suitable sealant to cylinder block and timing case cover gasket surfaces.
