Mustang V8-302 5.0L (1982)
Camshaft Gear/Sprocket: Service and Repair
Installation
1. Position the sprockets and timing chain on the camshaft and crankshaft simultaneously (Fig. 28). Be sure the timing marks on the sprockets are
positioned as shown in Fig. 26.
2. Install the fuel pump eccentric (install the spacer on Lincoln/Mark VI, Continental, Ford/Mercury equipped with electronic fuel injection), washers
and camshaft sprocket cap screw (Fig. 28). Tighten the sprocket cap screw to 54-61 Nm (40-45 lb-ft).
3. Clean the cylinder front cover, oil pan and the block gasket surfaces.