Installation

1. Install Universal Engine Lifting Brackets T70P-6000.
2. Remove engine from stand using spreader bar D93P-6001-A3 or equivalent and chains and a suitable floor crane.
3. Install transaxle/torque converter assembly to engine. Tighten transaxle to engine mounting bolts to 34-46 Nm (25-33 ft. lbs.). Tighten torque converter nuts to 27-46 Nm (20-33 ft. lbs.).
4. Position engine and transaxle assembly on front sub-frame.
5. Install LH front engine support insulator, RH front and engine and transmission support.
6. Connect power steering pressure hose to the power steering pump.
7. Connect engine control sensor wiring to the power steering gear.
8. Raise engine, transaxle and front sub-frame into position using Powertrain Lift 014-00765 and Universal Powertrain Removal Bracket 014-00766 or equivalent.
9. Align front sub-frame to body and install sub-frame-to-body bolts. Tighten bolts to 77-103 Nm (57-75 ft. lbs.). Refer to Body and Frame.
10. Remove lifting equipment and move out of the way.
11. Connect A/C line to A/C condenser core. Refer to Heater and Air Conditioning.
12. Connect wiring for starter motor.
13. Connect lower radiator hose to radiator and radiator overflow hose. Position clamps securely.
14. Connect fluid cooler inlet tube to the radiator fluid cooler tube. Position clamp securely.
15. Connect fluid cooler tube to the power steering/transmission fluid cooler. Position clamp securely.
16. Connect power steering pressure hose to power steering/transmission fluid cooler connection and tighten hose clamp securely.
17. Install dual converter Y pipe.
18. Install splash shield to radiator support and front bumper. Tightening retaining screws securely.
19. Partially lower vehicle.
20. Install RH and LH halfshafts into front wheel knuckles. Refer to Transmission and Drivetrain.
21. Install RH and LH front axle wheel hub retainer onto halfshaft end. Refer to Transmission and Drivetrain. Tighten front axle wheel hub retainer to 230-275 Nm (170-202 ft. lbs.).
22. Connect RH and LH tie rod ends to the front wheel knuckles.
22. Tighten retaining nuts to 47-63 Nm (35-46 ft. lbs.).
23. Connect RH and LH front suspension lower arms to the front wheel knuckles at ball joints. Install and tighten retaining nuts to 68-92 Nm (50-67 ft. lbs.).
24. Install RH and LH front stabilizer bar links to the front stabilizer bars. Tighten retaining nuts to 40-55 Nm (30-40 ft. lbs.).
25. Connect engine control sensor wiring at connector located at the RH top of fan shroud.
26. Connect separator wiring harness to the generator at the B+ terminal. Install wiring harness retainer clip to the generator mounting bracket.
27. Install front wheel and tires.
28. Lower vehicle.
29. Remove Universal Engine Lifting Brackets T70P-6000.
30. Connect power steering return hose to power steering oil reservoir. Position clamp securely.
31. Install battery ground cable to the starter motor mounting stud bolts. Install and tighten retaining nut to 20-30 Nm (15-22 ft. lbs.).
32. Connect upper radiator hose at water bypass tube and lower radiator hose tube. Position clamps securely.
33. Connect radiator coolant recovery reservoir hose to the upper radiator hose. Position clamp securely.
34. Connect heater water hoses to the heater core inlet and outlet tubes. Position clamps securely.
35. Connect A/C compressor line to the A/C suction accumulator/drier. Refer to Heater and Air Conditioning.
36. Connect engine control sensor wiring at top of transaxle.
37. Install engine air cleaner cover. Refer to Powertrain Management.
38. Connect the manual control lever to the manual control lever shaft at the transmission range sensor. Install and tighten retaining nut to 16-22 Nm (12-16 ft. lbs.). Refer to Heater and Air Conditioning.
39. Connect electrical wiring connector to the TR sensor.
40. Connect accelerator cable and speed control actuator cable to the throttle body lever and the accelerator cable bracket.
41. Install the accelerator cable shield and tighten the retaining screws securely. Verify throttle linkage does not bind or stick.
42. Connect engine control sensor wiring to evaporative emission canister purge valve.
43. Connect evaporative emission hose to evaporative emission canister purge valve.
44. Connect the engine control sensor wiring to the mass air flow sensor (MAF).
45. Connect the engine control sensor wiring to the powertrain control module bracket (PCM bracket). Tighten bolt to 3.7 Nm (32 inch lbs.).
46. Position ground strap to the dash panel. Install and tighten retaining screw securely.
47. Connect chassis vacuum supply hose and evaporative emission hose to connector on the upper intake manifold.
48. Connect fuel tube and retaining clips to the fuel injection supply manifold. Refer to Powertrain Management.
49. Install air cleaner outlet tube. Tighten engine air cleaner tube clamp to 1.4-2.5 Nm (12-22 inch lbs.). Refer to Powertrain Management.
50. Connect engine control sensor wiring to the intake air temperature sensor. Connect the crankcase ventilation tubes and aspirator hose to the air cleaner outlet tube.
51. Connect main emission vacuum control connector at two connectors located at RH side of dash panel.
52. Install windshield wiper and cowl extension.
53. Connect steering coupling at pinch bolt inside passenger compartment.
54. Fill crankcase to proper level with engine oil meeting Ford specification ESE-M2C153-E.
55. Fill power steering pump.
56. Fill engine cooling system.
57. Connect battery ground cable.
58. Start engine and check for leaks.
59. Recheck all fluid levels. Fill as required.
60. Evacuate and recharge air conditioning system. Refer to Heating and Air Conditioning.
61. Check front end alignment.