Taurus X AWD V6-3.5L (2009)
16. NOTE: Lubricate the outside diameter sealing surfaces with clean engine oil.
Using the Crankshaft Vibration Damper Installer and Front Cover Oil Seal Installer, install the crankshaft pulley.
17. Using the Strap Wrench, install the crankshaft pulley washer and new bolt and tighten in 4 stages.
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Stage 1: Tighten to 120 Nm (89 lb-ft).
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Stage 2: Loosen one full turn.
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Stage 3: Tighten to 50 Nm (37 lb-ft).
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Stage 4: Tighten an additional 90 degrees.
18. NOTE: Installation of new seals is only required if damaged seals were removed during disassembly of the engine.
NOTE: Spark plug tube seal installation shown, Variable Camshaft Timing (VCT) solenoid seal installation similar.
Using the VCT Spark Plug Tube Seal Installer and Handle, install new VCT solenoid and/or spark plug tube seals.
19. NOTICE: Failure to use Motorcraft High Performance Engine RTV Silicone may cause the engine oil to foam excessively and result in
serious engine damage.
NOTE: If the valve cover is not installed and the fasteners tightened within 4 minutes, the sealant must be removed and the sealing area cleaned.
