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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2003WINDSTAR BASEREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 654 (ENGINE - 4.6L AND 5.4L)IN-VEHICLE REPAIRENGINE SUPPORT INSULATORSREMOVAL
2003 Ford Windstar Base

Engine Support Insulators: Removal

2003 Ford Windstar BaseSECTION Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Ford RV Cutaway, 2005 Ford Econoline, 2005 Ford E450 Super Duty, and 2005 Ford Cutaway. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Remove the intake manifold. For additional information, refer to INTAKE MANIFOLD - 4.6L  or INTAKE MANIFOLD - 5.4L .
  2. Remove the fan shroud and the engine cooling fan. For additional information, refer to ENGINE COOLING .
  3. Disconnect the generator electrical connections.
    1. Remove the B+ terminal nut and disconnect the terminal.
    2. Disconnect the S electrical connector.
    3. Disconnect the ASI electrical connector.
      Fig 1: Disconnecting ASI Electrical Connector
      G03885511Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Remove the bolts and the generator.
    Fig 2: Removing Generator Bolts
    G03885512Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Remove the retainers and the shield.
    Fig 3: Removing Retainers And Shield
    G03885513Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Release the wiring retainers from the heater outlet tube bracket.
    1. Release the knock sensor electrical connector retainer.
    2. Release the engine harness routing clip retainer.
      Fig 4: Releasing Engine Harness Routing Clip Retainer
      G03885598Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Disconnect the hose from the heater outlet tube.
    Fig 5: Disconnecting Hose From Heater Outlet Tube
    G03885599Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Remove the heater outlet tube studs.
    Fig 6: Removing Heater Outlet Tube Studs
    G03885600Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. Remove the heater outlet tube.
    Fig 7: Removing Heater Outlet Tube
    G03885451Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  10. Remove the two transmission-to-engine bolts.
    Fig 8: Removing Two Transmission-To-Engine Bolts
    G03885452Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  11. Assemble the special tools.
    Fig 9: Assembling Special Tools
    G03885453Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  12. Install the special tools.
    Fig 10: Installing Special Tools
    G03885454Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  13. Install the special tool and support the engine.
    Fig 11: Installing Special Tool
    G03885455Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  14. Raise the vehicle on the hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
  15. For the RH front engine support insulator, remove the starter motor. For additional information, refer to STARTING SYSTEM - GASOLINE ENGINES .
    16. NOTE: RH is shown; LH is similar.
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  • • 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.
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