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Ford Ecosport: Engine - 2.0L Duratec-HE (129kW/175PS) / Removal and Installation - Variable Camshaft Timing (VCT) Unit

Ford Ecosport 2014-2026 Service and Repair Manual / Engine / Engine - 2.0L Duratec-HE (129kW/175PS) / Removal and Installation - Variable Camshaft Timing (VCT) Unit

Removal

NOTICE: 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. Remove the timing chain.
    Refer to: Timing Chain (303-01C Engine - 2.0L Duratec-HE (129kW/175PS), Removal and Installation).
    • Remove the bolts and VCT units.
    • Discard the bolts.

Installation

  1. NOTE: Do not tighten the bolts at this time. The bolts will be tightened during the timing chain installation procedure.

    Install the VCT units and the new bolts finger tight.
  1. Install the timing chain.
    Refer to: Timing Chain (303-01C Engine - 2.0L Duratec-HE (129kW/175PS), Removal and Installation).

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    Removal and Installation - Steering Column Shaft

    Removal

    NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

    NOTICE: Do not allow the steering column to rotate while the steering column shaft is disconnected or damage to the steering column internal sensor may result.

    NOTE: Use a steering wheel holding device (such as Hunter® 28-75-1 or equivalent)

    Hold the steering wheel in the straight-ahead position.

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