Engine Front Cover: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Lincoln Navigator. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the left and right valve cover (6582). For additional information, refer to VALVE COVER-LH and VALVE COVER-RH
Remove the crankshaft front oil seal (6701). For additional information, refer to CRANKSHAFT FRONT OIL SEAL
Remove the bolts and position the power steering (P/S) pump (3A674) aside.

Fig 1: Removing Power Steering (P/S) Pump Bolts
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Disconnect the crankshaft position (CKP) sensor (6C315).

Fig 2: Disconnecting Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor (6C315)
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Drain the engine oil.

Fig 3: Removing Engine Oil
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Remove the bolts.

Fig 4: Removing Bolts
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Lower the vehicle.
Remove the water pump pulley.
1. Remove the bolts.
2. Remove the water pump pulley (8509).
  
  Fig 5: Removing Water Pump Pulley (8509)
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Disconnect the camshaft position (CMP) sensor (6B288).

Fig 6: Disconnecting Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor (6B288)
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Remove the bolt and the belt idler pulley (8678).

Fig 7: Removing Belt Idler Pulley (8678)
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Remove the bolts and the studs, the engine front cover and the gaskets.
- Clean and inspect the front cover and oil pan sealing surfaces.
  
  Fig 8: Removing Engine Front Cover Bolts And Studs
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