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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2003WINDSTAR BASEREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1333 (ENGINE - 6.8L (3V) -- F250-F550 SUPER DUTY)IN-VEHICLE REPAIRENGINE MOUNTSREMOVAL
2003 Ford Windstar Base

Engine Mounts: Removal

2003 Ford Windstar BaseSECTION Removal
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  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
  2. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES .
  3. Remove the air cleaner outlet pipe. For additional information, refer to INTAKE AIR DISTRIBUTION & FILTERING .
  4. Remove the throttle body spacer. For additional information, refer to FUEL CHARGING & CONTROLS - 6.8L (3V) .
  5. Remove the generator. For additional information, refer to GENERATOR AND REGULATOR .
  6. Remove the cooling fan shroud. For additional information, refer to ENGINE COOLING .
  7. If removing the RH engine support insulator, remove the starter. For additional information, refer to STARTING SYSTEM - GASOLINE ENGINES .
  8. Install the special tools.
    Fig 1: Identifying Special Engine Support Tools
    G04647876Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. Remove the 4 exhaust manifold-to-catalytic converter nuts.
    Fig 2: Locating Exhaust Manifold-To-Pipe Nuts
    G03920889Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    10. CAUTION: Only use hand tools when removing the transmission mount-to-crossmember nuts or damage to the transmission mount can occur.
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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.