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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2005TAURUS SEL, 4D SEDANREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1129 (ENGINE - 6.8L)IN-VEHICLE SERVICINGENGINE SUPPORT INSULATORSREMOVAL
2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D Sedan

Engine Support Insulators: Removal

2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D SedanSECTION Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Ford Econoline, 2008 Ford E450 Super Duty, and 2008 Ford Cutaway. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Both engine support insulators 

  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING AND LIFTING article.
  2. Remove the intake manifold. For additional information, refer to Intake Manifold .
  3. Remove the engine cooling fan and fan shroud. For additional information, refer to ENGINE COOLING article.
  4. Remove the retainers and the shield.
    5. Fig 1: Identifying Retainers And Shield
    G03885447Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Remove the 2 stud bolts and position the heater outlet tube aside.
    6. Fig 2: Heater Outlet Tube Stud Bolts
    G03886507Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Remove the 2 transmission-to-engine bolts.
    7. Fig 3: Locating 2 Upper Transmission-To-Engine Bolts
    G03885452Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Disconnect the oil fill tube from the RH valve cover.
    8. Fig 4: Locating Oil Fill Tube
    G03886391Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Remove the bolt and the oil fill tube.
    9. Fig 5: Oil Fill Tube Support Bracket Bolt
    G03886392Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. Assemble the special tools.
    10. Fig 6: Special Tools
    GF0011663Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  10. Install the special tools.
    11. Fig 7: Special Tools
    GF0011664Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  11. Install the special tool and support the engine.
    12. Fig 8: Special Tool (303-F070)
    G04612286Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
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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.