2006 Ford Freestar BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Timing Drive Components: Installation

  1. Install the timing chain tensioner and the bolts.
    • Tighten to 11 Nm (8 lb-ft).
      Fig 1: Locating Timing Chain Tensioner Bolts
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  2. If necessary, retract the tensioner pad retracting mechanism and insert a retaining pin.
    Fig 2: Locating Retaining Pin
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  3. Rotate the crankshaft so the No. 1 piston is at top dead center (TDC) and the key is at the 12 o'clock position.
    Fig 3: Locating Crankshaft Key
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  4. Turn the camshaft gear so that the timing mark is on the bottom of the balance shaft.
    Fig 4: Locating Camshaft Gear
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  5. Install the timing chain, crankshaft gear and camshaft gear as an assembly.
    Fig 5: Identifying Timing Chain And Sprockets
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  6. Make sure that the timing marks and the keyways are aligned.
    Fig 6: Identifying Timing Marks And Keyways
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  7. Remove the retaining pin.
    Fig 7: Locating Retaining Pin
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  8. Install the synchronizer drive gear and the bolt.
    • Tighten to 45 Nm (33 lb-ft).
      Fig 8: Identifying Synchronizer Drive Gear Bolt
      G04660362Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. Install the engine front cover. For additional information, refer to ENGINE FRONT COVERΒ  in this article.
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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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