Ford Explorer: Engine - 2.3L EcoBoost (201kW/273PS) / Removal and Installation - Variable Camshaft Timing (VCT) Unit
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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Remove the timing chain.
Refer to: Timing Chain (303-01A Engine - 2.3L EcoBoost (201kW/273PS), Removal and Installation).
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Using a wrench on the flats of the exhaust camshaft
to prevent cam rotation, remove the bolt and the exhaust VCT unit.
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Using a wrench on the flats of the intake camshaft to prevent cam rotation, remove the bolt and the intake VCT unit.
Installation
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NOTE:
Install new VCT unit bolts.
NOTE:
Do not tighten the bolts at this time. The bolts
will be tightened during the timing chain installation procedure.
Install the exhaust and intake VCT units and the new bolts finger tight.
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Install the timing chain.
Refer to: Timing Chain (303-01A Engine - 2.3L EcoBoost (201kW/273PS), Removal and Installation).
Removal
Remove the camshafts.
Refer to: Camshafts (303-01A Engine - 2.3L EcoBoost (201kW/273PS), Removal and Installation).
If the camshafts and valve tappets are to be reu..
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
303-050
(T70P-6000)
Lifting Bracket, Engine
Adjustable Mounting Arm
Oil Drain Equipment
Side Cutter Pliers
Vehicle/Axle Stands
Cab..
Other information:
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Interior Trim Remover
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
All vehicles
Remove the upper instrument trim panel.
Remove the screws.
Torque:
22 lb...
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Refer to: Health and Safety Precautions (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation).
With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist...
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Note: You may not be able to shift out of park (P) unless the intelligent
access key is inside your vehicle.

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