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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2007FUSION SEL, 2.3 Z, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 610 (ENGINE - 2.3L)IN-VEHICLE REPAIROIL PUMPREMOVAL

2007 Ford Fusion SEL, 2.3 Z, Standard

Oil Pump: Removal

2007 Ford Fusion SEL, 2.3 Z, StandardSECTION Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Milan and 2006 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

With the engine in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
Remove the engine front cover. For additional information, refer to ENGINE FRONT COVER .
Drain the engine oil, then install the drain plug.
- To install, tighten to 28 Nm (21 lb-ft).
Remove the 3 oil pan-to-bellhousing bolts.
Remove the 13 bolts and the oil pan.

NOTE: Discard the gasket and clean and inspect the gasket mating surfaces.

Remove the 2 bolts and the oil pump screen and pickup tube.
- To install, tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
Remove the oil pump chain tensioner and guide.
1. Release the tension on the tensioner spring.
2. Remove the 2 shoulder bolts and the tensioner.
3. Remove the 2 shoulder bolts and the guide.
  
  Fig 1: Removing Tensioner And Guide Bolts
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the chain from the oil pump sprocket.
Remove the bolt and oil pump sprocket.
Remove the 4 bolts and the oil pump.

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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.