Please note: Some highly volatile substances may enter the oxygen sensor and cause it to fail. Consult with Ford specialists before using any substance (solvent, sealant).
Ford recommends Hylosil 102 for the joints: cylinder block/crankcase to sump, oil pump, oil seal housings and Loctite 518 for the joints: right-hand camshaft covers. At other joints where gaskets are provided, the mating surfaces must be clean and flat to ensure a good seal.
Do not use silicone-based sealant to seal fuel system or intake manifold components, and never seal the exhaust system with sealants in areas upstream (downstream) of the catalytic converter.
2. To avoid difficulties and reduce time, assemble in the following order:
- a) Crankshaft (paragraph 18).
- b) Connecting rod and piston groups (paragraph 19).
- c) Oil pump (chapter 2A or 2B).
- d) Pallet (chapter 2A or 2B).
- d) Flywheel/faceplate (chapter 2A or 2B).
- f) Block head(s) 2A or 2B).
- g) Timing belt/chains, tensioner(s), toothed pulleys (chapter 2A or 2B).
- c) External parts and units of the engine.
3. When performing assembly, all engine parts and assemblies must be perfectly clean and dry, and all their faults must be eliminated beforehand. Engine parts and assemblies must be laid out on a clean surface (or in boxes).
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