Ford Explorer: Electronic Engine Controls - 2.3L EcoBoost (201kW/273PS) / Removal and Installation - Oil Pressure Control Solenoid

Ford Explorer 2020-2025 Service Manual / Powertrain / Engine / Electronic Engine Controls - 2.3L EcoBoost (201kW/273PS) / Removal and Installation - Oil Pressure Control Solenoid

Removal

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

NOTE: 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.

Remove the LH engine mount.
Refer to: Engine Mount LH (303-01A Engine - 2.3L EcoBoost (201kW/273PS), Removal and Installation).

Remove the generator.
Refer to: Generator - 2.3L EcoBoost (201kW/273PS) (414-02 Generator and Regulator, Removal and Installation).

Disconnect the electrical connector. Remove the bolt and the oil pressure control solenoid.
Torque: 97 lb.in (11 Nm)

Installation

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Lubricate the oil pressure control solenoid with clean engine oil.

Removal and Installation - Manifold Absolute Pressure and Temperature (MAPT) Sensor

Materials Name Specification Motorcraft® Silicone Brake Caliper Grease and Dielectric CompoundXG-3-A ESE-M1C171-A Removal NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may conta..

Removal and Installation - Powertrain Control Module (PCM)

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment Ford Diagnostic Equipment Removal NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details...

Other information:

Ford Explorer 2020-2025 Service Manual: Removal and Installation - Front Seat Cushion Adjuster - Vehicles With: Multi-Contour Seats

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment Interior Trim Remover Removal NOTE: Driver seat shown, passenger seat similar. Remove the front seat. Refer to: Front Seat (501-10A Front Seats, Removal and Installation). Release the front seat backrest panel straps...

Ford Explorer 2020-2025 Owners Manual: Repairing Minor Paint Damage

Authorized dealers have touch-up paint to match your vehicle’s color. Your vehicle color code is printed on a sticker on the front, left-hand side door jamb. Take your color code to your authorized dealer to make sure you get the correct color. Before repairing minor paint damage, use a cleaner such as Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover to remove particles such as bird droppings, tree sap, in..