Safety Warning

DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.

2006 Ford Freestar BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Timing Drive Components: Removal

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING AND LIFTING .
Remove the engine front cover. For additional information, refer to ENGINE FRONT COVER in this article.
Remove the synchronizer drive gear.
1. Remove the bolt.
2. Remove the synchronizer drive gear.
  
  Fig 1: Identifying Synchronizer Drive Gear
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Rotate the crankshaft until the timing marks and keyways align.

Fig 2: Identifying Timing Mark And Keyway
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Compress and install a retaining pin to hold the timing chain tensioner.

Fig 3: Locating Retaining Pin And Timing Chain Tensioner
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the camshaft gear, crankshaft gear and the timing chain as an assembly.

Fig 4: Identifying Timing Chain And Sprockets
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the bolts and the timing chain tensioner.

Fig 5: Locating Timing Chain Tensioner Bolts
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

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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.

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