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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2004ECONOLINE E150, VAN CARGO, 4.6 WREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 517 (ELECTRONIC ENGINE CONTROLS - DIESEL ENGINE)REMOVAL AND INSTALLATIONPOWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM)REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

2004 Ford Econoline E150, Van Cargo, 4.6 W

Removal and Installation

2004 Ford Econoline E150, Van Cargo, 4.6 WSECTION Removal and Installation

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CAUTION: Make sure the ignition switch is in the OFF position prior to working on the electronic engine controls.

Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
Remove the retainers and the air deflector.

Fig 1: Identifying Pushpin Retainers And Upper Air Deflector
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the power steering reservoir bracket retainers.

Fig 2: Locating Power Steering Reservoir Bracket Retainers
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the power steering fluid indicator and retainers. Remove the power steering reservoir bracket. Install the power steering indicator and position aside.

Fig 3: Identifying Power Steering Reservoir-To-Mounting Bracket Bolts
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Disconnect the coolant hoses from the air cleaner outlet pipe.

Fig 4: Locating Coolant Hoses & Air Cleaner Outlet Pipe
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

NOTE: Air cleaner side shown, engine side similar.

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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.