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2016 workshop · Engine

Variable Camshaft Timing (VCT) Unit

303-01C Engine - 5.0L

2016 Mustang5.0LReference 372 / 6,619HTML edition
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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

Variable Camshaft Timing (VCT) Unit

Removal

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: If the RH VCT units are being serviced at the same time as the LH VCT units, remove the RH VCT units first.

Right hand units

1. Remove the RH timing chain. Refer to: Timing Chain (303-01C Engine - 5.0L 32V Ti-VCT/5.0L Ti-VCT V8 (308kW/418PS), Removal and Installation).

2. Remove the intake and exhaust VCT assembly bolts.

Variable Camshaft Timing (VCT) Unit — original illustration 1, reference 372Original colors & callouts · Select to enlarge

3. Slide the VCT assemblies and secondary timing chain forward 2 mm (0.078 in).

Source reference 372

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