Special Tool(s) / General Equipment
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Materials
Name | Specification |
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Motorcraft® High Performance Engine RTV Silicone TA-357 |
WSE-M4G323-A6 |
Motorcraft® Silicone Gasket Remover ZC-30-A |
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Motorcraft® Metal Surface Prep Wipes ZC-31-B |
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Motorcraft® Metal Brake Parts Cleaner PM-4-A, PM-4-B |
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Removal
NOTICE: During engine repair procedures, cleanliness is extremely important. Any foreign material, including any material created while cleaning gasket surfaces, that enters the oil passages, coolant passages or the oil pan, can cause engine failure.
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Installation
NOTICE: Do not use wire brushes, power abrasive discs or 3M™ Roloc® Bristle Disk (2-in white part number 07528) to clean the sealing surfaces. These tools cause scratches and gouges that make leak paths. They also cause contamination that will cause premature engine failure. Remove all traces of the sealant.
Make sure that the mating faces of the engine are clean and free of foreign material.![]() |
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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 brake vacuum pump is not secured within 10 minutes of sealant application, the sealant must be removed and the sealing area cleaned. Failure to follow this procedure can cause future oil leakage.
Apply 8 mm (0.31 in) beads of Motorcraft® High Performance Engine RTV Silicone in the locations shown.![]() |
NOTE: Manually align the brake vacuum pump drive key with the camshaft slot before installation.
Position the vacuum pump and install the fasteners.![]() |
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Passive Key
The passive key operates the power locks and the remote start system. The passive key must be in your vehicle to use the push button start.
Note: You may not be able to shift out of park (P) unless the passive key is inside your vehicle.