2011-2016 Ford F-150 3.5L Ecoboost Timing Set Replacement Part 4 : Reassembling the Engine

[@FordTechMakuloco]

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[@jasonplank8803]

Part numbers for the high pressure fuel pump bolts (and that nut) aren't listed. They are torque to yield and need to be replaced. If anyone has the part numbers, please post them.

[@glindahl7674]

I just picked them up at the local dealership. Part number was W503297-S900 X2 There were two in the pack.

[@vicslick122000]

What would be that torque spec

[@michaelchan8915]

All of those parts can now be purchased in one single kit part number from Ford. The part number is BL3Z-6D256-C which includes all of the above, except for the passenger side valve cover gasket, which will be dependent upon 2011-12 model years or 2013-14 model years.

[@vicslick122000]

@@michaelchan8915 does that include the updated parts from ford... like the phasers, chain etc...

[@stevenherrick8289]

You probably won't see this comment but someone will. I'm not a mechanic I own some tools and know enough to get my self in over my head. I took my 2012 Ecoboost F150 into the dealership for an yellow light on the dash and a loss of power in the engine. They told me the engine had jumped time and with 150k on it they recommended a engine replacement to the tune of 15K. The dealer did not recommend a repair on a engine with that many miles. I had already watched you 4 part repair video's and decided to pick up my truck and give it a go. Your video's a very through and informative and helped me to preform the timing set replacement with out an issue. You are good it pointing out the odd things to look for and proper way to disassemble and reassemble and start up the new engine. I Thank you you saved me a ton of money and that's especially important when your living on a fixed Income. My total repair bill with my free labor was around $2,500 and my 2012 f150 Ecoboost runs perfectly. Now that I reflect back too the project it was challenging but also fun too. Thanks Again

[@kirkraleigh3771]

Just finished this entire job in my one car garage. It is quite the feat but I'm proud of what I have accomplished. I could not have done it without you and these videos. Thank you x100!

[@Cornfed_21]

Hi Kirk, I'm going to be doing this within the next month or so. Where did you find the high pressure fuel pump bolts? I seem to be struggling with sourcing those. Thank you

[@cheesecurd100s]

How's it running after 3 years? Did you use the same parts?

[@ManicMechanic007]

Whenever I have to install a complex part (like the timing cover) I will fabricate a few studs with slotted heads to thread into the block and act as guide dowels to prevent any damage to the applied sealant. Once the cover is in place and held with a bunch of factory bolts, the temporary studs can be twisted out and replaced with proper factory hardware. I just hate messing up new sealant. This series is outstanding.

[@GeoffKuhn]

Brian. Just wanted to take a second and thank you. You've taught me so much through your videos, and have given me the ability to both work on my vehicle, as well as help others with theirs. You are always so thorough, thoughtful, and precise about the way you go about things and I very much admire that. I don't have an ecoboost (rocking the Coyote in my F150) but still watched every minute of this project and loved it. I know it (and all your videos) took a lot of hard work and I'm very appreciative!

[@JustinPollardsPage]

I did this repair on my truck over the weekend and it would have taken much longer without these videos. A bit thank you! One trick I ended up using was employing a strap wrench to hold the crank pulley in place for torquing the crank bolt. There didn't seem to be access to the flex plate to hold the motor, and the strap wrench worked like a charm. Thanks for taking the time to post these!

[@legorockfan9]

This is what the Ford manual recommends. This should be a pinned comment!

[@davidwest2773]

I watched all four of these videos a number of times copying down all the information and torque values. Then attacked a 2013 F150. Only took me all day. Everything went smooth! I can’t thank you enough for your help! You are the man. Super appreciate you! I’m 61 years old and the ASE master mechanic since 1985. It’s all about the thrill of repair. I still love it

[@josephdelpizzo8320]

Just completed the phaser, timing chain, and water pump replacement on my ‘13 Platinum with 235k miles with the help of your videos. I estimate I saved $4k-6k in labor. Thanks for sharing your videos!

[@skontny]

Did you use all the recommended parts from the list above? I’m about to dive into the same job

[@josephdelpizzo8320]

@@skontny Yes. I went down his parts list in his description and clicked on all the links he provided. The only parts that were aftermarket was the chain itself and the cam cover (valve cover) gasket set. The chain was a Melling and the gaskets were Mahle. Couldn’t find a Ford chain in stock anywhere.

[@RobertJay-tt7fp]

I just did this job on my 2013 F150 at 150,000 miles. Had the start up rattle issue. It was easy with this great video series. Replaced the oil pump with the Melling high flow (another great video by Mr. Loco) I had to take it back apart to replace the VCT Solenoids. I recommend replacing those while you are in there. Thank you for the great step by step video sir.

[@iandorazio2324]

I just finished this repair and would not have been able to attempt this without these awesome videos! Thank you Brian!

[@thomaspeterson8659]

I'll say it again, after watching this series of videos paying Brian $2300 to do this repair would be worth every cent!

[@surplusbuyerliquidator934]

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[@teddybaham6673]

Why he showed ya how to do it !! Haha

[@StayConnectedOnEMillion]

Too bad they are charging $4000 in my area

[@joshmcculloch8785]

I was just quoted $6500 at a highly recommended shop in my area🤦‍♂️ No thanks, I’ll be doing it myself.

[@wendellgreenidge3362]

You can do it too, you’re not giving yourself enough credit

[@paulsubong]

Brian, thank you for posting these videos. I just did this repair on my 2012 F150 using your videos as a guide. My truck made it to 180,000 miles before needing this repair. While I was at it, I replaced the radiator hoses, water pump, serpentine belt and tensioner, compressor belt, guide rails, and secondary timing chains. If you decide to replace the water pump, it comes with a gasket so don't order it separately. Also, I was able to remove and install the A/C compressor belt without a strap or zip ties. I just pressed the belt to the side to guide it off while turning the crank pulley. I installed it using your method except without a zip tie. I just held it in place while turning the pulley. Before taking a test ride, I put two gallons of coolant in the system. That was all it would take at the time. I got about a mile from my house when the truck started to overheat. I pulled over and was able to pour in another gallon of coolant. Since then, the truck has been running perfectly. Thanks again!

[@JW-wl7jl]

Just finished this process, and I couldn't have done it without this video series! I'm so grateful for this series. Thank you so much.

[@slybine222]

Just did the timing chain on a 2012. With out your video's and your links we would struggle. Good job! Thank you a thousand times.

[@heatnsky]

Hey Brian I just wanted to say Thanks and Great Job on the videos! I just completed this on my 2012 3.5 Lariat (78k miles) along with a RH exhaust manifold swap out (sheared off stud and leaking) just under 1k in parts. Ford quoted 5k to do all the work and I know they wouldn't of done as good as a job that I just completed with your help. I also put new water pump in as well as replaced all belts, radiator hoses, spark plugs and cleaned all the mass air flow sensors...should be good for many many more miles now!! Took me 6 days off and on and only a few set backs that slowed me up a bit...I just donated to your shop as well!! Cheers....

[@richardwilson6043]

Just Finished!! I had the P0016 code on my 2012 F150 Ecoboost. Took the front cover off and my chain was loose and the timing chain tensioner was totally extended. This series saved me a ton of money! Thank you, thank you thank you!!!

[@matthewhewes]

Wow! The 3 valve Tritons don’t seem so bad after watching this series! Great work Brian!

[@claydubois3968]

Can't thank you enough for your videos . saved me lot of time and hassle. Hardest part was putting all the vacuum lines and ductwork back in. Had to watch your videos to see where they went. When I cranked it back up I had no fuel pressure or power. Started looking for a new high pressure pump then reached in my pocket and found the pump can follower! Put it back in and runs like new truck!

[@bobbyeatmon7844]

Thanks Brian, this video was great. The timing jumped bad, crank was at 1-2 o'clock position before I disassembly & i corrected it before reassembly,. When it was time to crank to prime oil, starter wouldn't engage. After a few days I discovered the run/start relay was up higher than the other relays. It had a bent pin. Replaced it and engine crank and runs smooth thanks so much.

[@billk8780]

Have a 2015 Ford Explorer Sport with a 3.5 EB engine and only 43K miles. Next week when I get an oil change it'll be FULL synthetic oil for sure from now on and every 5K miles! After these Covid related supply chain shortages get ironed out, I might just jettison this vehicle BEFORE I'm sorry. Thank you so much Brian!

[@mikescarolinatunes8154]

Wow how nice of you to do this for others! Mine has been making the noise since 40,000 miles. I mentioned it to the dealer a couple times and was told it was possibly the bendix on the starter occasionally sticking. Now at 72,000 miles I can almost bet they will not cover the repair. I may attempt this myself. Again, I think this is awesome that you take the time to share your knowledge with others. Thanks for doing that!!!!

[@Greasyman.]

What's the outcome of this story? Please @ me in your reply!

[@lucasneedham3079]

I just want to say THANK YOU for putting this together. After receiving estimates for 3-5K I decided to take it on myself. Your parts list and instructions were amazing. I would not have taken this on without having your videos to fall back on. The shop manual can be a bit confusing and you aren't :). I got everything back together today and she runs as smooth as can be. Thank you thank you thank you!!!

[@travisty357]

Worth the wait...thanks for putting this whole series together.

[@floridasaltlife]

I love your attention to detail, wow, if only we knew we would get a guy just like you when we take these in for repairs like this. Just got my 2018 3.5 eco and love it as I am a chevy convert. What a truck and engine combo.

[@scottwelty2386]

Thanks so much for these videos! Just finished the job on a 2012 F150 and couldn’t have done it without this. The truck is running awesome and getting better mileage than it has in years.

[@billbkr32ify]

Good video. A friend of our has a very nice 2011 Ford F150 with the EcoBoost twin turbo. Her chain has been bad for awhile. It got to the point it wouldn't want to climb hills and it had no power on take off. She could not afford 4800 to have it fixed at the dealer and most of the local garages would not touch it. I am a disabled veteran and stopped working on vehicles awhile back because it pain me to much to do so, physically that is. One day she pulls into our driveway and I heard the chain slapping the cover, not good at all. I knew the chain was getting ready to break and when it did she would ruin the engine and be stuck paying on a truck with a blown engine. I could not afford the parts so another purchased the parts and I donated the labor. 3 and half days to complete the job. If not for my physical condition I could of completed it sooner. Everthing was replaced including all 4 sensors and phasers. Parts including fluids and filter were 1586.90. I have never done a timing chain on one of these engines and your video helped me save time with removing only what needed to be removed. If I could post pictures I of it I would. The chain had so much slack in it that I could completely lift it off the sprocket. Worse one I ever seen. I did go through with my scanner afterwards to make sure the system was functioning as it should. All parts were purchased from the dealer. This way we knew we were getting updated parts. Thanks again for taking the time to make this video. I appreciate anyone who helps out another to try and save them money.

[@stacylefler86]

Amazing job making the four videos, my 3.5 157,000 miles still running great but I couldn't stop watching all of them. Thanks for the great detail.

[@branney1]

Another subscriber chiming in, thanks for the vids! Between these and the 72 hour access ford manual subscription I was able to complete. Have let it come to temp four times, this last one following with idling for half an hour with no problems. Going to change oil again and call it good :) Thanks FordTechMakuloco !!

[@quakelegion]

Brilliant video, I can always respect a man who has the same torque wrench I do.

[@luclafond2366]

Merci beaucoup pour les très bons conseils!! Je suis entrain de faire sur 2012 F-150 3.5 ecoboost !!! 298 000 Km . Merci encore!! Très apprécié. Thank you very much for the great advice!! I am doing this on my 2012 F-150 3.5 ecoboost !!! 298,000 km. Thanks again!! Much appreciated and helpfull !!

[@marycadman389]

FTM - First of all, thanks for the video. Did the timing change and it started up and ran great. But it didn't get far as we shut it off and checked around for leaks and found a biggie - oil leak. At first we thought the oil filter wasn't tight but that wasn't it. Yours truly gouged the oil cooler and the oil just flowed out of it. Now it's off to the dealer to see if we can just change the cooler on the block adapter. Only advice I could add to you video series is be careful flopping that alternator around.

[@stein78]

Glad Brian’s shop is 30 minutes from me! He did some great work on my wife’s Explorer. Also glad I have a 5.0 in my F150!

[@jeffw6894]

stein78 Yeah cause there's been zero long block issues with the 5.0........

[@tp5401]

Bravo! This entire series was absolutely perfectly well done!

[@franksoliday5510]

Great series with excellent documentation of parts and specs. I like your use of Google Drive to share your torque specs and diagrams. Makes it so easy for the viewer to get the correct info. You saved everyone a ton of time.

[@teyroo9133]

THANK YOU! I haven't had to do this yet, but I know it is coming. My 2011 has made the start up rattle very intermittently and has never thrown a code. I cannot justify spending 3K+ on this job wen I am completely capable of doing the job myself. When I switched to pennzoil Platinum the rattle all but stopped and has not rattled in about 7 months. This procedure was very informative again THANK YOU....

[@catfish500mark9]

Took a little time to get through the videos but it was time well spent.Thank yoy for your dedication to helping people. Awesome job on the repairs,the camera and explaining things as you went.☆☆☆☆☆,thanks again.

[@chrisschmitt6711]

The start up rattle and coolant leak (water pump) is gone! Thank you for producing these videos. This was a big but fun job and I was able to complete it with my son which made it even better. One thing to add. For me I sheared off two T-55 torx sockets trying to remove the cam phasers before learning there is a socket called a Torx Plus which has much beefier flutes. Once I found one of those they came off easy. Thanks again for the video series!

[@VelezBiH]

This is fantastic job explaining and showing how this job is done. This is probably the best how to automotive video i have come across. Thank you and job well done!

[@4-LOW]

My father (who is a master mechanic) and I just spent 14 hours doing this job and after it was all back together it ran fine but the CEL came on and WILL NOT GO OFF. Everything has been checked and double checked and the VCT solenoids were replaced also but the P0017 codes won't go away! ARGGG!!!! We're going to light this POS on fire.

[@jeremiasmelendez9894]

Did you ever resolve this issue. I have still a p0017 18 and 19 after dealer did my chain. They said phasers were ok and didnt replace.

[@reggiecrowe9504]

Did you ever figure out the issue ?

[@russvtguy]

Great video , you just made me glad I retired when I did.

[@thinman8621]

Mr. FordTechMakuloco, you are an excellent teacher and your camera work is very good, too. Thanks

[@tomhenderson2430]

Thanks for the video. I'm 57. I don't need to be working on eco boost timing chains, but at least you helped me get this one done properly so I can tell the next customer "NO"

[@SmittySmithsonite]

Impressive series you've done here - going to help out countless numbers of people! Well done sir! 👍 It's funny when people always come at me on the net when I rant and rave about how good cars used to be from the 60's to early 90's, and they come back with, "Well, the engines never lasted more that 100k miles!" I'll just link them to this video series from now on instead of arguing. 😁 In the day you could have an engine out in 45 minutes, and rebuilt in a day or two, depending on how busy the machine shop was. Total labor maybe 2 hours, and paying the machine shop if you don't already own one. Alot of the time you could just do a quickie rebuild yourself with no machine work, aside from honing with an electric drill. I rest my case. 😊 Besides that, we used to always run engines well over 160k miles on 50's -70's vehicles - maintenance and tuning was key! People don't realize that without a 6th digit on the odometer, you're putting alot of faith in the seller's word. Total miles can always be "tweaked", even today.

[@albertferguson6403]

Brian, man you know how to make a video. I feel confident on the 3.5L I'm doing next week. Thanks a bunch.

[@michaelchan8915]

I have done a TON of these F-150 3.5L timing chain replacements. I do them by removing the cab from the frame.

[@erictech201]

Can’t do that with a expedition lol 😂 I know this is a old comment but I’m tackling one rn and guess what I work for Toyota lol no other tech wanted to do this job

[@michaelchan8915]

@@erictech201 Oh yes you can. I actually just did one of these jobs on a 2018 Navigator. Was it a bit more work? Yes, but still worth it, considering the unlimited access to engine components without a fight. The only extra work involved with Expeditions and Navigators is removing the front and rear bumper fascias along with the wiring to sensors. Along with the fuel filler neck and additional body to frame fasteners, that's all the extra work needed to separate the body from the frame, over that of an F-150.

[@reggiecrowe9504]

Michael Chan what if my cam holders hold the cams in the correct position but my crankshaft is at the 2oclock position and not 4-5 like in the video ?

[@michaelchan8915]

@@reggiecrowe9504 that doesn't make any sense. Are you sure you have all four cam timing marks oriented at their correct locations? If so, the crank had to have been turned independently of the cams when the chains were removed.

[@reggiecrowe9504]

We’ll I’m wondering if I skipped a few teeth when trying to get off the crankshaft bolt. I heard a couple pops and stopped immediately. But yeah the four marks on the cams are in the correct position with the cam holders in , just my mark on the crankshaft is in the 2o clock position which worries me

[@michaeldelrossi4487]

I watched all Four Videos and Truck City Ford Dealership in Buda, Texas is doing the same job on my Ford F-150 as I watched these videos! Ford Tech's are well versed in these jobs!

[@TexanOnTheMove]

Great video series on this timing chain set replacement. I would have never tried to to this on my own without these videos, but after doing it, I’ll never do it again!! I’ll pay someone to do it, if it ever came to it!! BTW, I can’t get over you reinstalling that rusty crossover coolant pipe that goes under the intake manifold. That just made me cringe! I cleaned mine up and painted it with a rust prevention, high temp paint.

[@rickjohnson1632]

Great series . There is only one way , the right way. Nice job . I'm from the Vernon Hills, Libertyville Area. Thanks for this series.

[@marieyork9605]

omg. Just finished this series. Looking like I'll need to do it myself on my 2013 ecoboost F150, with the price of all the parts. I think i can tackle it now, with this informative vid series.

[@marieyork9605]

most likely, ill be replacing the Thermostat and water pump. Why dig into it again in near future?

[@bigbossman5969]

it amazing how they make these newer engines were everything is a major repair just to do a use to b a simple repair. thanks ford

[@sergioarvizo7118]

I take off my hat and greet you. You're the Man

[@southernfriedhippie]

Thank god! I can finally put this thing back toether! ( just kidding)

[@bryanstew983]

I watched your videos and have followed them step by step. 2015 f150. I have put my engine back together and still get the p0017 code. I have also replaced my passenger side exhaust camshaft cause it was recommended by a mechanic that has had this same issue and it fixed his issue. I replaced the phasers, vct all of them, chains, the pin in crankshaft for the sprocket. I have taken it back apart and rechecked my timing marks and it all lines up. Any recommendations on what I should check next? Appreciate it. Your videos are awesome.

[@spencer6764]

I can't Thank you enough for this series of videos. 👍Should I replace the oil pump as well.

[@mattmanyam]

Ok. I'm through it all. Very thorough, despite my few questions! Your presentation is great! One more quick comment... Why pull the fuse in the fuel pump, versus using "clear flood" mode? I use this after every oil change, now that I know about it...

[@denniswilkinson1118]

That was a great series Brian, I know you have done many timing jobs but it still looks to difficult for the typical shade tree mechanic. Great videos and thanks for taking us along!!

[@FordTechMakuloco]

Theses are a pain big time compared to others yes.

[@Pavideus]

Just finished this job... And no oil pressure. I'm speechless. I don't know where the oil pump or oil pressure sensor are. Edit: I decided to say fuck it and start the truck. I figured the ice cold oil mixed with the slow crank speed made it impossible for the oil pump to provide any pressure. So I fired the engine and after 4 seconds the pressure shot up to normal levels. Trucks running great. Thanks so much for this video series. Saved me $3,000 by not taking it to the Ford dealer.

[@jessejames4319]

Amazing video !! Will this be the same procedure for a 2019 ? Just with different part numbers possibly? I cannot find any detailed videos like yours for a 2019

[@nathanburkes1691]

Thank you for the videos. Just did my 2012 f150. And everything worked out great

[@alextarshikov6515]

Thank you sir? Such a nice and detailed tutorial. Appreciate our time on this one

[@robertcopeland9298]

How did you hold the crank pulley when doing the final 90 degree torque angle? How do you keep the pulley from spinning?

[@TheeDanIslander]

Watching these 4 parts made me confident I can change the timing chain on my 3.7 f150 no problem… I would say lack of access is most difficult part… I might take off my hole radiator and front grill… ford gave me a price of 5300 cdn $ to fix in dealership…

[@christophersan]

Your videos were a huge help! Thanks for posting. Question: After finishing the job, I have some misfires (could be the new plugs but I verified the gap). Should I perform a crank re-learn to help with this?

[@fisher-ph7ll]

hi, did you ever fix the misfires?

[@dominicleblanc6837]

What was your misfire ?

[@erictech201]

You timed it wrong if you are having multiple misfires unfortunately you timed it wrong or can check for the intake lots of people reuse those gaskets.

[@ozzstars_cars]

Great job with this series Brian.

[@ryans3897]

OCD triggered. Appreciate the work. Only concern was belt direction from original. I'm a letter out kind of guy.

[@tanako98]

Thank you for your help! Just bought my expedition. I guess I’ll have tackle this in the future

[@LuckyCheese101]

I have the start up noise on my 3.5l Ecoboost. It has about 100,000 miles. What happens if I just leave it how it is? It seems to run fun right now.

[@wyomingcowboy501]

2013 F150, 3.5 EcoBoost, original owner, body perfect, looks like show room truck. Kinda OCD on maintenance, synthetic oil after break end and changed oil at 50% oil life, 3 dealer transmission flush, and 4 fuel injector cleans. 197,000 miles and no real problem other than new water pump at 175,000, and battery. I still get 21+mpg highway. Starting to think about get a new engine, or possibly rebuilt and going through it and then install in my truck when this one starts to go. Here are my questions: 1. Ecoboost or 5.0 Coyote? I know that I would need a new flash on ECM, additional sensors, etc., but is it too big of a headache to install 5.0? 2. Or....if I do go with an Eco, can I install a 2nd generation Ecoboost engine easily? Is it feasible? Mike

[@tacticaldad81]

Thanks for the videos. I just did my timing chain watching them. What program would you recommend for fault codes? Torque pro?

[@harrysm4347]

This is a greatly in-depth and informative video thank you! I have a few questions though as I am not very familiar with these engines, 1. Since the engine is not transversely mounted like in fwd vehicles is that why the water pump is belt driven instead of inside the front cover like some other videos I’ve seen? And 2. Is it necessary to replace the phasers or is it just a do it while you are in there sort of deal?

[@brpeter1]

watched your series here, it was awesome. quick question more than stretching the chain is there known parts to break because of it? I ask because when i try to start my 2011 it just sounds like starter spin. any suggestions?

[@moavic5087]

Br.Peter Hanna was it your flywheel that broke off? It’s common

[@damienbull8160]

Just got my 2013 3.5 ecoboost back from the Dealership. Replace the timing chain and the phasers all components $2,700.

[@KL4life]

You're awesome to doing videos like this! I've joined your channel.

[@billstmaxx]

Good job buddy..... I need you to do mine

[@brv002]

Any brave souls out there that actually followed thru and did the job with these instructions?

[@jeffmiller3540]

You don't list the serpentine belts, secondary timing chain, or the water pump in your suggested parts replacement. If my truck has over 140k miles should I replace them as well? Or do these parts rarely fail? Excellent videos. Thank you so much.

[@thirdgenlxi]

Great videos! I'm gonna be tackling this soon on my 2013. I just bought the kit # BL3Z-6D256-C and found it didn't come with any tensioners or high pressure fuel pump bolts. Still recommend purchasing these separately or did something change in the procedure?

[@treyday123456]

How did it turn out for ya?

[@jasperwafflewool1957]

Hey buddy. My 2012 3.5L has no fuse 27. It is labeled as a spare. Would pulling the fuel pump solenoid it’s disconnecting the fuel pump achieve the same result?

[@aimless-drifter]

29:53 A more easier way to prime the engine with oil without starting is to Hold the Gas pedal to the floor as you cranking the engine. as long as you holding the gas pedal to the floor the engine will not inject fuel and engine will not fire up.

[@midasrampage2276]

wanted to say thank you for such informative videos. i do have a question. getting ready to do this repair on the wife's 2013 explorer sport, can this procedure be done with engine still in the vehicle on the explorer? If it needs to come out is it better to pull out the front or just drop entire cradle out the bottom?

[@kirkhullinger1934]

Hey thanks fornthe content is it necessary to replace the cam sprocoetdwhikendoing a timing job. Can they be reused

[@mikeeslami1746]

Hi Brian. Thank you for the videos, Great videos indeed! How much does this job cost? I have a client whose timing cover leaks; the phasers rattle at first start and has a misfire on #6 cylinder.

[@hustlinghard8081]

My timing chain is half a link off on my new phasers. How do i go about fixing that and will it be out of time if it were to stay like that?

[@ronjobbagy6940]

THANKS SO MUCH FOR THE FINISH VIDEO!!! MINE COMES APART TONIGHT!

[@jeremiasmelendez9894]

Howd the repair go Ron?

[@watchman1982]

My 2016 F150 EB timing cover is leaking at 80,000 miles and now I see why. What a dumb design requiring silicone to seal it instead of a gasket and multiple areas for leaks to occur. Well done Ford...well done! It's just a matter of time before they start using silicone for everything including head gaskets.

[@humbertocarreno5836]

Great videos and very detailed and thorough. I’m planning on doing this project this summer. I saw the list of parts but I don’t see the part number to the high pressure fuel pump bolts that are tty.

[@rickw3085]

Grate video!!! I'm working on my 2015 Explorer water pump/timing, and I can't find anywhere torque sequence for timing cover for V6 3.5l, with the water pump driven by timing chain. Vin Engine code 8. Is there any chance you may have that?

[@kylerayk]

Great videos! Thank you for posting them....One question...How do you hold the crankshaft stationary so that you can torque the dampener bolt to the proper torque??

[@levidoede5416]

I've got the same question. He must have used a strap wrench. No other way that I can think of to torque to yield. I'm at that point now.

[@reggiecrowe9504]

What about keeping the cam holders in ?

[@sicrx69]

Is there a way to verify this is the issue without completly disassembly? I suspect its my passenger side but would do all 4 at the same time. It doesnt stop after start up, continues after warmup.

[@ptuzdi]

Thak you my friend! You saved me a lot!

[@beckyschwantes5287]

Should the torque to yield bots be lubricated at threads and head ? Also when installing the high pressure gas pump you torqued it while the cam lobe was high so you were compressing the spring on the pump while trying to torque the pump??? With the spring pressure fighting you how can you reach a proper torque?

[@Methodwake]

Extremely well done and thorough

[@JVMorgan-vz5mh]

Great set of videos, thanks for posting. May I ask how long this took you in labour hours +/-. This seems like a 4+ day job for someone like myself. Ive been seeing some low mile ecoboosts with timing chain issues selling cheap in Toronto Canada and it seems like a good way to get into a high spec f150 for a decent price.

[@Jobub1]

Loved this series of videos. I had your videos on during the whole repair on my 2013 F150. Put everything back together, turned the key and it sounded and felt like it had no compression? Any ideas?

[@TheLow944]

Thanks for these awesome tutorials! Do I need to add engine sealant to the rear passenger side valve cover on a 2014? It has the vacuum booster, where the 3.5 in this video does not. Thanks!

[@jj325j2]

Any advice on keeping my 2012 3.5 eb truck clean in the cylinder head? Should I ask if warranty can add port injection? It only has mpp. 100,000 miles of synthetic rotella t6. Starting to have some problems

[@dancorleto3852]

Finished my install thanks to your great videos. Im wondering if its possible for a Ford tech to verify timing using his computer without pulling the front cover. I am very low on power. I am quite certain I was exact on timing marks so I dont want to pull the case cover again to verify but I will if I have to. any suggestions? Thank you!

[@wrldisyours3328]

You dont have the high pressure fuel pump bolts listed. Do you know where I can get them?

[@josemarquez6711]

@FordTechMakuloco Didn’t timing, phasers and VVT solenoids…. Everything seemed fine but started reading “LOW OIL PRESSURE”. Do you have any thoughts or suggestions?

[@jeremyross6396]

In the last video, you installed the seal on the coolant tube, but in this video you drive it into the timing cover. Does it matter which way it is done?

[@FordTechMakuloco]

You can do it both ways but the way I show the installation here in part 4 is the official procedure from Ford.

[@jeremyross6396]

Ok. thought so. Thanks!

[@PeedPeeBody]

I was thinking the same exact thing... went through all the comments to see if anyone else was ACTUALLY following along with the repair.. great video though