Installation

1. Lightly oil all bolt and stud bolt threads with clean engine oil meeting Ford specification WSS-M2C153-G before installation except those specifying special sealant.

Thoroughly clean connecting rod bearings, connecting rod cap and connecting rod.

CAUTION: Contaminants allowed to remain on the connecting rod cap or connecting rod bearing can distort the connecting rod bearing or damage the crankshaft journals which may result in engine failure.

2. Lubricate crankshaft journal with Engine Assembly Lubricant D9AZ-19579-D or equivalent meeting Ford specification ESR-M99C80-A. Make sure the entire journal is well lubricated.
3. Install upper connecting rod bearing in the connecting rod and pull the connecting rod down until it seats on the crankshaft. When installing connecting rod bearing, make sure tab on connecting rod bearing engages slot in connecting rod and that connecting rod bearing is fully seated in connecting rod.
4. Install lower connecting rod bearing in connecting rod cap and lubricate bearing surface with Engine Assembly Lubricant D9AZ-19579-D or equivalent meeting Ford specification ESR-M99C80-A.
5. Remove protective rubber caps from connecting rod bolts.

Piston & Rod Assembly:

6. Install connecting rod cap and retaining nuts. Install caps with code letters on same side as code letters on connecting rods. Tighten nuts to 31-39 Nm (23-28 ft. lbs.).
7. Install oil pump if removed. Align oil pump intermediate shaft with distributor shaft, then align oil pump with dowels and install retaining bolt. Tighten to 40-55 Nm (30-40 ft. lbs.).





8. Inspect and clean oil pump screen cover and tube.
9. Install oil pan.
10. Lower vehicle.
11. Install spark plugs.
12. Fill crankcase to proper level with clean engine oil XO-5W30-QSP or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSS-M2C153-G.
13. Fill and bleed engine cooling system.
14. Connect battery ground cable.
15. Disconnect engine control sensor wiring from ignition coil. Crank engine for 15 seconds to re-establish oil to oil pump and bearing surfaces.
16. Connect ignition coil.
17. Start engine and check for coolant, oil and exhaust leaks.