2006 Lincoln LSFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Timing Drive Components: Removal

CAUTION: During engine repair procedures, cleanliness is extremely important. Any foreign material, including any material created while cleaning gasket surfaces, that enters the oil passages, coolant passages or the oil pan can cause engine failure.
  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING AND LIFTING .
  2. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to BATTERY MOUNTING AND CABLES .
  3. Remove the engine front cover. For additional information, refer to ENGINE FRONT COVER .
  4. Remove the RH and LH variable cam timing (VCT) bush carriers.
    Fig 1: Locating RH And LH Variable Cam Timing (VCT) Bush Carriers
    G04690313Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Remove the crankshaft position (CKP) sensor and the torque converter cover.
    Fig 2: Locating Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor
    G04690314Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    6. NOTE: There is one window on the ignition pulse wheel that is unique to accept the special tool.
  6. Install the special tool.
    • Turn the crankshaft to 45 degrees ATDC. The crankshaft keyway will be in the 6 o'clock position.
    • Install the special tool.
      Fig 3: Identifying Special Tool
      G04690315Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Make sure the flats of the camshaft are facing upward. If not, repeat Step  5.
    Fig 4: Locating Camshaft Flats
    G04690316Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    8. CAUTION: The flats on the camshaft must completely contact the special service tool or damage to the camshafts can occur. Slowly draw the special tool down evenly until it is fully seated on the camshaft flats.
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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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