2003 Ford ZX2 AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Section 339 (Engine-3.0L): Assembly: Engine: Material

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Fig 1: Specification Material
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  1. Install the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table. Illustration 1 of 21.
    Fig 2: Installing Cylinder Head
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  2. Install the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table. Illustration 2 of 21.
    Fig 3: Installing LH Timing Chain Sprocket
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  3. Install the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table. Illustration 3 of 21.
    Fig 4: Installing Cam Timing Housing Assembly
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  4. Install the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table. Illustration 4 of 21.
    Fig 5: Installing RH VCT Solenoid Housing Assembly
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  5. Install the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table. Illustration 5 of 21.
    Fig 6: Installing Timing Chain Assembly Material
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  6. Install the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table. Illustration 6 of 21.
    Fig 7: Installing Front Cover Gasket
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  7. Install the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table. Illustration 7 of 21.
    Fig 8: Installing Oil Sump Gasket
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  8. Install the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table. Illustration 8 of 21.
    Fig 9: Installing RH Cover Gasket
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  9. Install the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table. Illustration 9 of 21.
    Fig 10: Installing LH Valve Cover Gasket
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  10. Install the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table. Illustration 10 of 21.
    Fig 11: Installing Lower Intake Manifold Gasket
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  11. Install the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table. Illustration 11 of 21.
    Fig 12: Installing Alternator Assembly
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  12. Install the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table. Illustration 12 of 21.
    Fig 13: Installing Oil Filter Adapter
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  13. Install the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table. Illustration 13 of 21.
    Fig 14: Installing A/C Compressor Mounting
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  14. Install the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table. Illustration 14 of 21.
    Fig 15: Installing LH Exhaust manifold assembly
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  15. Install the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table. Illustration 15 of 21.
    Fig 16: Installing Crankcase Vent Hose
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  16. Install the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table. Illustration 16 of 21.
    Fig 17: Installing Upper Intake Manifold
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  17. Install the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table. Illustration 17 of 21.
    Fig 18: Installing Engine Wiring Harness
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  18. Install the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table. Illustration 18 of 21.
    Fig 19: Installing Fuel Vapor Hose
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  19. Install the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table. Illustration 19 of 21.
    Fig 20: Installing Accessory Drive Idler Pulley
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  20. Install the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table. Illustration 20 of 21.
    Fig 21: Installing Exhaust Recirculation
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  21. Install the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table. Illustration 21 of 21.
Fig 22: Installing Rear Oil Seal Assembly
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