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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2005TAURUS SEL, 4D SEDANREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT VARIANT/TRIMSECTION 1 (ENGINE - 3.0L (2V))IN-VEHICLE REPAIRENGINE FRONT COVERINSTALLATION
2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D Sedan

Engine Front Cover: Installation

2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D SedanSECTION Installation
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  1. Clean all sealing surfaces and position a new front cover gasket.
    Fig 1: Identifying Engine Front Cover Gasket
    G03955080Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Install the engine front cover and water pump assembly.
    1. Apply Pipe Sealant with Teflon® to the bolts indicated.
    2. Install the bolts.
    Fig 2: Installing Engine Front Cover Bolts - With Torque Specification
    G03955082Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Install the water pump pulley.
    Fig 3: Installing Water Pump Pulley Bolts - With Torque Specification
    G03955083Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Connect the heater hose.
    • Connect the hose.
    • Position the clamp.
    Fig 4: Connecting Heater Hose Clamp
    G03955077Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Install the A/C compressor bracket.
    • Position the bracket.
    • Install the bolt.
    • Install the nut.
    Fig 5: Installing A/C Compressor Support Bracket - With Torque Specification
    G03955085Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Install the accessory drive belt tensioner.
    Fig 6: Installing Accessory Drive Belt Tensioner - With Torque Specification
    G03955086Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Install the accessory drive belt idler pulley.
    Fig 7: Accessory Drive Belt Idler Pulley Retaining Bolt - With Torque Specification
    G03955087Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Install the generator.
    • Install the stud bolt.
    Fig 8: Installing Generator Stud Bolt - With Torque Specification
    G03955088Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. Install the generator support bracket.
    • Position the bracket.
    • Install the bolt.
    • Install the nut.
    Fig 9: Generator Support Bracket - With Torque Specifications
    G03955089Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  10. Connect the generator.
    Fig 10: Generator Electrical Connections - With Torque Specification
    G03955090Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  11. Raise the vehicle on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
  12. Install the crankshaft position (CKP) sensor.
    • Position the sensor.
    • Install the bolts.
    • Connect the connector.
    Fig 11: Installing Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Bolts - With Torque Specification
    G03955091Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  13. Connect the lower radiator hose.
    • Connect the hose.
    • Reposition the clamp.
    Fig 12: Connecting Lower Radiator Hose Clamp
    G03955069Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  14. Install the oil pan. For additional information, refer to OIL PAN .
  15. Install the crankshaft damper. For additional information, refer to CRANKSHAFT PULLEY .
  16. Install the coolant expansion tank. For additional information, refer to ENGINE COOLING .
  17. Install the engine anti-roll strut.
    Fig 13: Installing Engine Anti-Roll Strut - With Torque Specification
    G03955093Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  18. Install the engine anti-roll strut brace.
    Fig 14: Engine Anti-Roll Strut Brace - With Torque Specification
    G03955094Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  19. Connect the battery.
  20. Fill and bleed the cooling system. For additional information, refer to ENGINE COOLING .
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  • • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
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