Mustang V8-4.6L SC VIN Y (2004)
Timing Chain: Service and Repair
Timing Drive Components
Special Tool(s)
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 the camshafts must be resynchronized.
1. Remove the engine front cover.
2. Remove the crankshaft sensor ring from the crankshaft.
3. CAUTION: Unless otherwise instructed, at no time when the timing chains are removed and the cylinder heads are installed is the crankshaft or
the camshaft to be rotated. Severe piston and valve damage will occur.
Using the special tool, position the crankshaft as shown.
4. CAUTION: The camshaft timing marks must be correctly lined up or damage to the valves and pistons can occur.
