Timing Cover: Service and Repair

Fig. 11 Engine Front Cover Removal:

1. Remove front cover assembly as shown.
2. Clean cover to engine block and cylinder head sealing surfaces with metal surface cleaner part F4AZ-19A536-RA, or equivalent.

Fig. 12 Engine Front Cover Sealer Locations:

3. Apply a 0.118 inch bead of black silicone rubber F4AZ-19562-B, or equivalent, in eight gasket surface joints and five mounting bosses on engine block as shown.

Fig. 13 Engine Front Cover Installation:

4. Install front cover with bolts and stud bolts in proper locations.

Fig. 14 Engine Front Cover Bolt Tightening Sequence:

5. Tighten bolts in sequence shown to 14-20 ft lb.