Removal

NOTE: Ford does not provide a TDC (Top Dead Center) mark or determination procedure for this engine in this vehicle.
ALLDATA users have reported success using aftermarket tools to determine TDC on this engine.

Special service tool(s) required:
Description and Tool Number
Syncro Positioning Tool ... T95T-12200-A

Typical Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor:

NOTE: The image shown is from a 3.0L, the 4.0L and 5.0L are similar.

NOTE: All 4.0L Over-Head Valve (OHV) engines are now equipped with a Camshaft Position Sensor (CMP), or Cylinder Identification Sensor (CID) mounted on the camshaft synchronizer. The camshaft synchronizer replaces the oil pump drive assembly.

Camshaft Synchronizer:

CAUTION: Syncro Positioning Tool T95T-12200-A must be obtained prior to installation of the replacement synchronizer assembly. Failure to follow this procedure will result in the fuel system being out of time with the engine, possibly causing engine damage.

CAUTION: Prior to the removal of the Camshaft Position Sensor (CMP), set No. 1 cylinder to 0 degrees Top Dead Center (TDC) of COMPRESSION stroke. Then note the position of the camshaft position sensor electrical connector. The installation procedure requires that the electrical connector be located in the same position.

1. Disconnect battery ground cable.
2. Disconnect fuel charging wiring electrical connector from camshaft position sensor.
3. Remove the CMP sensor screws and camshaft position sensor from the camshaft synchronizer.

CAUTION: Do not move crankshaft until entire installation procedure is complete. Doing so will result in the fuel system being out of time with the engine resulting in possible emissions fault.

NOTE: If camshaft synchronizer is to be removed from the cylinder block, proceed with Step 4. If the camshaft synchronizer is not being removed, proceed to Installation Step 8.

4. Remove hold-down clamp.
5. Remove camshaft synchronizer from cylinder block.