Engine Timing Components - Service Procedures: Overview
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Article No. 91-23-6
11/13/91
^ ENGINE - 2.3L HSC - NEW FRONT DAMPER, FRONT COVER SEAL, FRONT TIMING CHAIN AND SPROCKET AND OIL PAN - REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
^ LEAKS - OIL - 2.3L HSC - NEW FRONT DAMPER, FRONT COVER SEAL, FRONT TIMING CHAIN AND SPROCKET AND OIL PAN REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION PROCEDURES
FORD: 1984-92 TEMPO
LINCOLN-MERCURY: 1984-92 TOPAZ
This TSB article is being republished in its entirety to correct the engine applications.
ISSUE: New front damper, front cover seal, front cover timing chain and sprocket and oil pan removal and installation procedures are available for service use. Since design changes have been made, these new engine oil sealing procedures must be used to prevent oil leaks and ensure adequate sealing. R and R of the engine is not required.
ACTION: If service is required, use the following procedure to correct or prevent repeat repairs and ensure adequate sealing.