Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2011 Ford Edge FWD V6-3.7LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Timing Component Alignment Marks: Locations
Timing Component Alignment Marks
Timing Drive Components
Note: For detailed instructions see Timing Drive Components Installation
RH Variable Camshaft Timing (VCT) assembly, the RH exhaust camshaft sprocket and the RH secondary timing chain.
- Align the colored links with the timing marks.
LH VCT (Variable Camshaft Timing) assemblies and the LH secondary timing chain.
- Align the colored links with the timing marks.
Post-check, verify correct alignment of all timing marks.
- There are 48 links in between the RH intake VCT (Variable Camshaft Timing) assembly colored link (1) and the LH intake VCT (Variable Camshaft Timing) assembly colored link (2).
- There are 35 links in between LH intake VCT (Variable Camshaft Timing) assembly colored link (2) and the 2 crankshaft sprocket links (3).
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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.
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