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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2005TAURUS SEL, 4D SEDANREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 252 (ENGINE SYSTEM)IN-VEHICLE REPAIRCAMSHAFTINSTALLATION

2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D Sedan

In-Vehicle Repair: Camshaft: Installation

2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D SedanSECTION Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis and 2006 Ford Crown Victoria. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Lubricate the camshaft journals with clean engine oil.

Fig 1: Lubricating Camshaft Journals With Clean Engine Oil
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Install the camshaft onto the cylinder head.
Lubricate the camshaft bearing cap ladders with clean engine oil.
Install the camshaft bearing caps and loosely install the bolts.
Tighten the bolts in the sequence shown.
- Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
  
  Fig 2: Tightening Bolts In Sequence
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Install the camshaft sprocket and bolt. Tighten the bolt in 2 stages.
- Stage 1: Tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
- Stage 2: Tighten an additional 90 degrees (1/4 turn).
Install the timing chains. For additional information, refer to TIMING DRIVE COMPONENTS .
Install the roller followers. For additional information, refer to CAMSHAFT ROLLER FOLLOWER .

WARNING: If equipped with fire suppression system, repower the system. For important safety warnings and procedures, refer to FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM .

If equipped with fire suppression system, repower the system.

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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.