Crankshaft Pulley: Installation

Lubricate the front cover and the crankshaft front seal inner lip with clean engine oil.

NOTE: Clean the keyway and slot using metal surface cleaner before applying silicone gasket and sealer.

NOTE: The crankshaft pulley must be installed and bolt tightened within 4 minutes of applying the silicone gasket and sealer.

Fig 1: Applying Silicone Gasket And Sealant

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

NOTE: Lubricate the outside diameter sealing surfaces with clean engine oil.

Fig 2: Installing Crankshaft Pulley

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Using the special tool, install the crankshaft pulley.
Install the bolt and washer. Using the special tool to hold the crankshaft pulley, tighten the bolt in 4 stages:
- Stage 1: Tighten to 120 Nm (89 lb-ft).
- Stage 2: Loosen one full turn.
- Stage 3: Tighten to 50 Nm (37 lb-ft).
- Stage 4: Tighten an additional 90 degrees.
  
  Fig 3: Installing Bolt And Washer
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Position the RH fender splash shield and install the pin-type retainers.
Install the accessory drive belt. For additional information, refer to ACCESSORY DRIVE .