2004 Ford Freestar BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Oil Pump: Notes

Special Tool(s)Β 

Fig 1: Identifying Special Tool(s)
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MATERIAL SPECIFICATION

Item Specification
SAE 5W-20 Motor Oil XO-5W20-QSP WSS-M2C153-H
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.
  1. With the vehicle in neutral, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
  2. Remove the A/C compressor. For additional information, refer to AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) COMPRESSOR .
  3. Remove the drain plug and drain the engine oil.
    Fig 2: Identifying Engine Oil Drain Plug
    G03243907Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Remove the parts in the order indicated in the following illustration.
    Fig 3: Identifying Oil Pump Parts Removing Order
    G03243908Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Factory Service Tools

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

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

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