Ford Explorer: Engine - 2.3L EcoBoost (201kW/273PS) / Removal and Installation - Timing Chain Tensioner
Removal
NOTICE:
Do not loosen or remove the crankshaft pulley bolt without
first installing the special tools as instructed in this procedure. The
crankshaft pulley and the crankshaft timing sprocket are not keyed to
the crankshaft. The crankshaft, the crankshaft sprocket and the pulley
are fitted together by friction. For that reason, the crankshaft
sprocket is also unfastened if the pulley bolt is loosened. Before any
repair requiring loosening or removal of the crankshaft pulley bolt, the
crankshaft and camshafts must be locked in place by the special service
tools, otherwise severe engine damage can occur.
IPTV Free Trial 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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Remove the engine front cover.
Refer to: Engine Front Cover (303-01A Engine - 2.3L EcoBoost (201kW/273PS), Removal and Installation).
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Remove the bolts and the timing chain tensioner.
Installation
NOTE:
If the timing chain tensioner plunger is not pinned in the compressed position, follow the next step.
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Reset the timing chain tensioner.
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Position the timing chain tensioner in a soft-jawed vise.
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Spread the ends of the ratchet wire clip apart.
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Using the soft-jawed vise, compress the plunger to the reset position.
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Install a locking pin in the 2 holes of the timing chain tensioner body to hold the plunger in place.
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NOTE:
Do not remove the locking pin until the tensioner bolts are tightened.
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Install the timing chain tensioner and the bolts.
Torque:
97 lb.in (11 Nm)
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Remove the locking pin.
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Install the engine front cover.
Refer to: Engine Front Cover (303-01A Engine - 2.3L EcoBoost (201kW/273PS), Removal and Installation).
Removal
NOTICE:
Do not loosen or remove the crankshaft pulley bolt without
first installing the special tools as instructed in this procedure. The
crankshaft pulley and the crankshaft timing spr..
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
205-153
(T80T-4000-W)
Handle
303-1687Installer, VCT Solenoid Seal
Side Cutter Pliers
Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
Materials
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Other information:
Removal
NOTICE:
Under no circumstances should the accessory drive belt,
tensioner or pulleys be lubricated as potential damage to the belt
material and tensioner damping mechanism will occur. Do not apply any
fluids or belt dressing to the accessory drive belt or pulleys...
Removal
WARNING:
The following procedure prescribes critical repair steps
required for correct supplemental restraint system operation during a
crash. Follow all notes and steps carefully. Failure to follow step
instructions may result in incorrect operation of the supplemental
restraint system and increases the risk of serious personal injury or
death in a crash...
Categories
WARNING: Do not place your arms on the airbag cover or through the steering
wheel. Failure to follow this instruction could result in personal injury.
WARNING: Keep the areas in front of the airbags free from obstruction.
Do not affix anything to or over the airbag covers. Objects could become projectiles
during airbag deployment or in a sudden stop. Failure to follow this instruction
could result in personal injury or death.
WARNING: Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child restraint. Never
place a rear-facing child restraint in front of an active airbag. If you must use
a forward-facing child restraint in the front seat, move the seat upon which the
child restraint is installed all the way back.

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