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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2009RANGER 2D PICKUP, 2.3 D, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 249 (ENGINE MECHANICAL - 4.0L SOHC)IN-VEHICLE SERVICINGENGINE FRONT COVERINSTALLATION
2009 Ford Ranger 2D Pickup, 2.3 D, Automatic

Engine Front Cover: Installation

2009 Ford Ranger 2D Pickup, 2.3 D, AutomaticSECTION Installation
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    NOTE: Do not use metal scrapers, wire brushes, power abrasive discs or other abrasive means to clean sealing surfaces. These tools cause scratches and gouges which make leak paths.
  1. Clean and inspect the gasket mating surfaces. Use silicone gasket remover and metal surface prep and a plastic or wooden scraping tool. Follow the directions on the packaging.
  2. Position a new front cover gasket.
    3. NOTE: If not secured within 4 minutes, the sealant must be removed and the sealing area cleaned. To clean the sealing area, use silicone gasket remover and metal surface prep. Follow the directions on the packaging. Failure to follow this procedure can cause future oil leakage.
  3. Apply silicone gasket and sealant to the oil pan and engine block mating surfaces.
    4. Fig 1: Locating Engine Block Mating Surfaces Sealant Areas
    GF0009334Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Apply silicone gasket and sealant to the front cover in 2 places.
    5. Fig 2: Locating Silicone Gasket And Sealant Areas
    GF0009335Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
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