Ford Ecosport: 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.
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Remove the timing chain.
Refer to: Timing Chain (303-01C Engine - 2.0L Duratec-HE (129kW/175PS), Removal and Installation).
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Remove the bolts and VCT units.
Installation
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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.
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Install the timing chain.
Refer to: Timing Chain (303-01C Engine - 2.0L Duratec-HE (129kW/175PS), Removal and Installation).
Removal
Remove the camshafts.
Refer to: Camshaft (303-01C Engine - 2.0L Duratec-HE (129kW/175PS), Removal and Installation).
NOTE:
If the camshafts and valve tappets are to be
reused, mark the location of the valve tappets to make sure they are
assembled in their original positions...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
307-566Retainer, Torque ConverterTKIT-2006C-FFMFLMTKIT-2006C-LMTKIT-2006C-ROW
Magnetic Socket
Floor Crane
Adjustable Mounting Arm
Oil Drain Equipment
Cable Ties
Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
Powertrain Jack
Wooden Block
All vehicles
With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, ..
Other information:
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview (100-02 Jacking and Lifting, Description and Operation).
Release the fuel system pressure.
Refer to: Fuel System Pressure Release (310-00C Fuel System - General
Information - 2..
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Wheel Alignment System
Adjustment
NOTICE:
Do not use any tools or equipment to move the wheel and tire
assembly or suspension components while checking for relative movement.
Suspension damage may occur. The use of tools or equipment will also
create relative movement that may not exist when using hand force.
Relative movemen..