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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2021EDGE SE, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 244 (ENGINE - 6.2L V8)REMOVAL AND INSTALLATIONTIMING CHAIN TENSIONERINSTALLATION
2021 Ford Edge SE, 4WD
Timing Chain Tensioner: Installation
2021 Ford Edge SE, 4WDSECTION Installation
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LH timing chain tensioner
- If not already pinned, using a small pick, carefully push the LH tensioner rack pawl retainer away from the rack pawl and compress the tensioner plunger and rack using a vise.. Use the General Equipment: Vise
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- Install a retaining clip into the tensioner to hold the rack pawl and plunger in the seated position for tensioner installation.
- Remove the LH tensioner from the vise.
- Install the LH timing chain tensioner arm.
- Install the LH primary timing chain tensioner and the bolts.
Torque: Stage 1: 89 lb.in (10 Nm) | Stage 2: 45 deg.
- Remove the retaining clip from the LH timing chain tensioner.
RH timing chain tensioner
- Using a small pick, carefully push the RH tensioner rack pawl retainer away from the rack pawl and compress the tensioner plunger and rack using a vise.. Use the General Equipment: Vise
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- Install a retaining clip into the tensioner to hold the rack pawl and plunger in the seated position for tensioner installation.
- Remove the RH tensioner from the vise.
- Position the RH timing chain tensioner arm on the dowel pin and install the RH timing chain tensioner and the bolts.
Torque: Stage 1: 89 lb.in (10 Nm) | Stage 2: 45 deg.
- Remove the retaining clip from the RH timing chain tensioner.
RH and LH timing chain tensioners
- Install the engine front cover. Refer to: Engine Front Cover .
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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.