2008 Mercury Sable Base, AWDFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Engine Mechanical: Mechanical: Engine: Installation: Engine

Special Tools

Illustration Tool Name Tool Number
GF0000536
 Heavy Duty Floor Crane 014-00071 or equivalent
GF0017081
 Powertrain Lift 014-00765
GF0000267
 Spreader Bar 303-D089 (D93P-6001-A3) or equivalent
GF0024108
 Universal Adapter Brackets 014-0001
Material

Item Specification
Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil
XO-5W20-QSP (US); Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 Super Premium Motor Oil CXO-5W20-LSP12 (Canada); or equivalent		 WSS-M2C930-A

All vehicles 

  1. Using the special tools, align the transaxle to the engine.
    2. Fig 1: Removing Engine & Transaxle From Lift Table Using Special Tools (303-D089, 014-00071) & Suitable Engine Crane
    GF0029162Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Install the 5 transaxle-to-engine bolts.
    • Tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
    3. Fig 2: Locating Transaxle-To-Engine Bolts
    GF0031410Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Install the 2 engine-to-transaxle bolts.
    • Tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
    4. Fig 3: Locating Engine-To-Transaxle Bolts
    GF0029163Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Using the special tools, position the engine and transaxle onto the lift table.
    5. Fig 4: Removing Engine & Transaxle From Lift Table Using Special Tools (303-D089, 014-00071) & Suitable Engine Crane
    GF0029162Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Factory Service Tools

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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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