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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 COVERNOTES
2009 Ford Ranger 2D Pickup, 2.3 D, Automatic
Engine Front Cover: Notes
2009 Ford Ranger 2D Pickup, 2.3 D, AutomaticSECTION Notes
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Special Tools
| Illustration | Tool Name | Tool Number |
|---|---|---|
| Aligner, Front Cover | 303-093 (T74P-6019-A) |
Material
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Motorcraft Metal Surface Prep ZC-31-A |
- |
| Motorcraft SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil XO-5W30-QSP (US); Motorcraft SAE 5W-30 Super Premium Motor Oil CXO-5W30-LSP12 (Canada); or equivalent |
WSS-M2C929-A |
| Silicone Gasket and Sealant TA-30 |
WSE-M4G323-A4 |
| Silicone Gasket Remover ZC-30 |
- |
| Thread Sealant with PTFE TA-24 |
WSK-M2G350-A2 |
| Item | Part Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 14A464 | Crankshaft Position (CKP) sensor electrical connector (part of 12B637) |
| 2 | - | Wiring retainer (part of 12B637) |
| 3 | W702501 | Engine front cover stud bolt (4 required) |
| 4 | 8287 | Clamp |
| 5 | 18C266 | Coolant hose |
| 6 | W702501 | Engine front cover stud bolt |
| 7 | W500024 | Engine front cover bolt (5 required) |
| 8 | 15161 | Clamp |
| 9 | 8286 | Lower radiator hose |
| 10 | E802185 | Block cradle-to-engine front cover bolt (5 required) |
| 11 | - | Accessory drive belt idler pulley bolt (part of 6C348) |
| 12 | 6C348 | Accessory drive belt idler pulley |
| 13 | 15161 | Clamp |
| 14 | 8620 | Upper radiator hose |
| 15 | 6019 | Engine front cover |
| 16 | - | Engine front cover gasket |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.