Taurus V6-3.0L VIN 2 Flex Fuel (1997)
Timing Cover: Service and Repair
CAUTION:
Aluminum Components
Do not work on aluminum engine components until the engine is cold.
Cleaning Aluminum Surfaces
Do not use abrasive grinding discs to remove gasket material; use only plastic manual scrapers. Do not scratch or gouge aluminum sealing
surfaces.
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect battery ground cable. Refer to Starting and Charging.
2. Drain engine cooling system. Follow proper procedure.