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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2007FUSION SEL, 2.3 Z, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1136 (ENGINE - 6.8L)IN-VEHICLE SERVICINGOIL PUMPINSTALLATION
2007 Ford Fusion SEL, 2.3 Z, Standard
Oil Pump: Installation
2007 Ford Fusion SEL, 2.3 Z, StandardSECTION Installation
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- Clean the sealing surfaces with metal surface prep. Follow the directions on the packaging. Inspect the mating surfaces.
- Install the oil pump and tighten the 3 bolts in the sequence shown.
- Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
- Install the oil pan. For additional information, refer to Oil Pan .
- Install the timing drive components. For additional information, refer to Timing Drive Components .
CAUTION:
Do not use metal scrapers, wire brushes, power abrasive discs or other abrasive means to clean the sealing surfaces. These may cause scratches and gouges resulting in leak paths. Use a plastic scraper to clean the sealing surfaces.
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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.