2007 Ford Focus STFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Timing Drive Components: Installation

  1. Install the camshaft drive gears and the bolts. Do not tighten the bolts at this time.
    2. Fig 1: Locating Camshaft Sprocket Bolts
    G03897782Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Install the LH timing chain guide and bolts.
    • Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
    3. Fig 2: Identifying Bolts And LH Timing Chain Guide
    G03897780Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Install the timing chain.
    4. Fig 3: View Of Timing Chain
    G03897779Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Install the RH timing chain guide.
    5. Fig 4: Locating RH Timing Chain Guide
    G03897778Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Install the timing chain tensioner and the bolts. Remove the paper clip to release the piston.
    • Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
    6. Fig 5: Locating Timing Chain Tensioner Bolts And Paper Clip
    GF0024080Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
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