Sable V6-182 3.0L (1986)
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Vehlcle Identification number and mileage.
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Engine code, calibration and engine build date from the engine label located at the front of the right rocker cover.
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Description of the customer complaint and diagnostic actions taken to verify that piston scuffing is the concern.
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3.
Engine Exchange
A complete engine assembly will be forwarded to your dealership on a no-charge basis. The Service Manager will be the addressee, and is responsible
for the return of the removed assembly to the Lima Engine Plant or to hold the engine assembly for pick-up by an authorized remanufacturer. These
instructions will be indicated on the prior work approval form #176-052 that will be attached to the replacement engine assembly.
If a delay should occur from the engine plant, dealer inquiries should first be directed to the engine plant contact. If the problem cannot be readily
resolved, dealers should contact their FPSD District Office for follow-up with the coordinator in Dearborn to obtain immediate resolution.
4.
1986 Taurus/Sable Only - Special Instructions
Engine assemblies for 1985 Taurus/Sable vehicles will be shipped less the throttle body assembly, right and left exhaust manifolds, fuel rails and
injectors. Due to these components not being interchangeable with 1987 design, they must be removed from the original engine and installed to the
replacement engine. Install a new gasket for the throttle body. Follow procedures outlined in the 1986 Car Shop manual.
Caution:
Exercise care when removing and installing the fuel rail assembly to preclude any damage to the rail hoses. The distributor must be
loosened and lifted upward approximately 1/2" to provide clearance. Engine timing must be reset and checked after installation of the
distributor.
5.
Labor Time Schedule - Engine Assembly
Diagnose time as outlined in The All Dealer Letter
Operation
Time
SP 6108-A
0.4 hrs.
May be used in conjunction with any (1) operation listed below.
Note:
All allowances listed below include time to clean and transfer all necessary components based on how the engine assembly is received
from the assembly plant.
1986 Taurus/Sable Only
Operation
Time
SP-6108-B
6.8 hrs.
With Air Conditioning
SP-6108-C
5.6 hrs.
Without Air Conditioning
Engine will be shipped less the throttle body assembly, exhaust manifolds, fuel rail and injectors as well as the other normal components such as belts,
pulleys, coil, etc. Includes time to clean and transfer these components.
1987 Taurus/Sable
Operation
Time
SP-6108-D
5.8 hrs.
With Air Conditioning
SP-6108-E
5.8 hrs.
Without Air Conditioning
Engine will be shipped complete less the normal components such as belts, pulleys, coil, etc. Includes time to clean and transfer these components.
1987 Aerostar
