Timing Chain

303-01C Engine - 5.0L 32V Ti-VCT/5.0L Ti-VCT V8 (308kW/418PS) 2016 Mustang

Removal and Installation Procedure revision date: 02/10/2015

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment

Timing Chain — original illustration 1, reference 336Original colors & callouts · Select to enlarge	303-448 (T93P-6303-A) Holding Tool, Crankshaft TKIT-1993-FLM TKIT-1993-LM

Removal

NOTICE: The timing chain procedure has changed from prior model year engines and must be followed exactly or damage to the engine will result.

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.

NOTE: In order to remove the LH timing chain, the RH timing chain must be removed first.

RH and LH timing chains

1. Remove the engine front cover. Refer to: Engine Front Cover (303-01C Engine - 5.0L 32V Ti-VCT/5.0L Ti-VCT V8 (308kW/418PS), Removal and Installation).

2. Using the special tool, rotate the crankshaft clockwise until the keyway is at the 12 o'clock position. Use Special Service Tool: 303-448 (T93P-6303-A) Holding Tool, Crankshaft.

Timing Chain — original illustration 2, reference 336Original colors & callouts · Select to enlarge

3. Verify the timing mark on the RH VCT unit is on top, if not, rotate the crankshaft clockwise one complete revolution so the keyway is at the 12 o'clock position.

Source reference 336

2016 Mustang workshop publication supplied to Mustang Atlas. Original technical text and illustrations; HTML formatting by Mustang Atlas. Source page numbering is retained for traceability. Follow the configuration, revision, warnings, and cross-references in the material. About this edition.