Timing Drive Components: Installation

2010 Ford Mustang Base, 2D Coupe, AutomaticSECTION Installation
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  1. Install the LH and RH camshafts.
    • Lubricate the camshaft and camshaft journals with clean engine oil prior to installation.
  2. NOTE: LH shown, RH similar.
  3. Install the LH and RH camshaft bearing caps in their original locations.
    • Lubricate the camshaft bearing caps with clean engine oil.
    • Position the front camshaft bearing cap.
    • Position the remaining camshaft bearing caps.
    • Install the bolts loosely.
    • Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in) in the sequence shown in illustration.
      Fig 1: Identifying Camshaft Bearing Cap Bolt In Sequence
      G06126270Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. NOTE: Damage to the camshaft phaser sprocket assembly will occur if mishandled or used as a lifting or leveraging device.
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