Thunderbird V8-4.6L VIN W (1997)
12. Lower vehicle.
13. Position generator and install two retaining bolts. Tighten to 20-30 Nm (15-22 ft. lbs.).
14. Install two bolts retaining generator rear mounting bracket to intake manifold and tighten to 8-12 Nm (71-106 inch lbs.).
15. Connect generator wiring harness to generator, RH front fender apron and junction block.
16. Position ignition wires and ignition wire separators on engine and install bolts retaining ignition coil to ignition coil brackets. Tighten bolts to 8-12
Nm (71-106 inch lbs.).
17. Connect all ignition wires to spark plugs.
18. Connect ignition wire separators on valve cover studs.
19. Connect the engine control sensor extension wire to both ignition coils and camshaft position sensor.
20. Install accessory drive belt.
21. Install air cleaner outlet tube.
22. Connect fuel lines.
23. Connect battery ground cable.
24. Fill and bleed engine cooling system.
25. Check and fill crankcase to specified level with clean engine oil meeting Ford specification WSS-M2G153-F.
26. Start engine and check for leaks.
