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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2007FUSION SEL, 2.3 Z, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 706 (ENGINE - 4.2L - F-150)IN-VEHICLE SERVICINGTIMING DRIVE COMPONENTSREMOVAL
2007 Ford Fusion SEL, 2.3 Z, Standard
Timing Drive Components: Removal
2007 Ford Fusion SEL, 2.3 Z, StandardSECTION Removal
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- Remove the engine front cover. For additional information, refer to Engine Front Cover in this article.
- Remove the camshaft synchronizer drive gear.
- Remove the bolt.
- Remove the camshaft synchronizer drive gear.
- Rotate the crankshaft until the timing marks and keyways align.
- Compress and install a retaining pin to hold the timing chain tensioner.
- Remove the camshaft sprocket, the crankshaft sprocket and the timing chain as an assembly.
- Remove the bolts and the timing chain tensioner.
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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.