Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2004ECONOLINE E150, VAN CARGO, 4.6 WREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 306 (ENGINE)IN-VEHICLE REPAIRCYLINDER HEAD - LHNOTES
2004 Ford Econoline E150, Van Cargo, 4.6 W
Cylinder Head - LH: Notes
2004 Ford Econoline E150, Van Cargo, 4.6 WSECTION Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mercury Monterey and 2004 Ford Freestar. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
MATERIAL SPECIFICATION
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Super Premium SAE 5W-20 XO-5W20-QSP or equivalent | WSS-M2C153-H |
| Motorcraft Silicone Gasket Remover ZC-30 | - |
| Motorcraft Metal Surface Prep ZC-31 | - |
CAUTION:
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.
- With the vehicle in neutral, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
- Remove the lower intake manifold. For additional information, refer to LOWER INTAKE MANIFOLD .
- Remove the LH exhaust manifold. For additional information, refer to EXHAUST MANIFOLD - LH .
- Remove the push rods from the LH cylinder head. For additional information, refer to ROCKER ARMS, VALVE SPRINGS, PUSH RODS, VALVE TAPPETS .
- Remove the generator. For additional information, refer to GENERATOR .
- Remove the accessory drive belt idler pulley. For additional information, refer to ACCESSORY DRIVE BELT, TENSIONER AND PULLEY .
- Remove the parts in the order indicated in the following illustration.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Fill the engine with clean engine oil.
NOTE:
Tighten oil filter one-half turn after gasket makes contact with oil filter housing.
- Drain the engine oil.
- Install a new engine oil filter.
- Fill the engine with clean engine oil.
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When to See a Mechanic
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.