Ford 5.4 3V how to install Cam Phaser Lockouts

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This video is dedicated to the ford 5.4 engine which is known for it's cam phaser problems. why bother keep replacing cam phasers to only have them last a few years or even a few months before the start to rattle and knock. The Cam Phaser lockouts solve this problem so you'll never have to deal with this again. Quit being a parts changer and solve the issue
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[@vanlupien460]

BSK garage how’s your truck holding up now with the lockouts and oil pump how many K on her? I’ve had my lockouts with Sct in for two years now but need another timing job done. This time I’m installing 360 pump and keeping lockouts trucks at 260k cheers good content👍

[@bepolite2]

Its kind of contradictory to make a video explaining some procedures to help others and be soo rude when answer to some people that maybe doesn't have the experience to undestand some things, pretending that anybody with a question must be in his knowledge level.

[@joshua9484]

Did the kit you have linked in the description with the lockout and tune together also come with the bolts?

[@ryanroads7748]

Why was the vise grip being used?

[@schafn]

I'm no expert but from what I've read here are my conclusions. When you take the cam phasers off there is a chance that the cam will rotate to a different position, thus putting the engine out of time on that bank. The reason the cam rotates is because there is spring tension against the cam lobes coming from the valve rockers. The thing that is holding the cam in its position is the phaser, which is connected to the cam chain, which is connected to the crankshaft. If the position of the cam relative to the position of the crank gets altered that side of the engine will not have the valve opening and closing timed properly to the rotation of the engine and the firing of the spark plugs. If this happens the engine will run rough if it runs at all. The vice grip is there to keep the cam from moving when the phasers are taken off. You can position the cam in the right spot in its rotation so that the risk of it moving when you take the phaser off is lessened, but the vice grip, though crude, gives you extra insurance that no surprises will happen.

[@philkuusisto1558]

I thought the only way to fix cam phasers is to get the Ford phasers. Aftermarket will not hold up.

[@filibertobarrera2912]

In other videos I saw ,out of the 5 bolts on plate,two are for the spring.one bolt holds the loop of the spring,the other goes thru the bottom of spring.but quess since spring is going to be obselete it really doesn't matter.

[@moekamis6730]

When you did the tune up, which option did you choose off the list? It was the part when you scrolled down the menu and the video was cut off. Thank you!

[@kidsteach938]

Think...think...cam lockouts are...spacers. Yeah, spacers. You can cut any slug of metal to size and have a similar result. Or use a stack of pennies. The phaser will not move...it will be fixed in position.

[@Rampage4reel]

There are two reasons why some timing kits take a crap after a year. Using timing parts from an oreillys or wherever, they can only get a hold of shitty Chinese parts. Lucky to get a year out of them. Other main reason these parts can go is not using a premium synthetic oil. With both tensioner seals gone on mine my phasers were still absolutely fine but I replaced them anyways with Ford parts. Myself I use royal purple hps and red line. On the 5.4 and 4.6 3v using the fl820s or the Ford racing filter should be the absolute only filters ever used. Tried wix xp, amsoil, royal purple and they all lowered my oil pressure to were I would have a knock on cylinder 6. Do not waste your time with motorcraft 5-20 blend. Pennzoil,Castro, royal purple, red line are all in my opinion very good syn oil for these engines

[@fumpercheezy]

what oil density do you run? I know some people run a more viscous oil than the stock 5W-20

[@rusoperformancerd5306]

I can block the one of a 3.6 traverse engine I'm tired with my cam phasers

[@rusoperformancerd5306]

I can block the one of a 3.6 traverse engine I'm tired with my cam phasers

[@rusoperformancerd5306]

I can block the one of a 3.6 traverse engine I'm tired with my cam phasers

[@Rjsche1]

Install Ford parts for cam phasers and upgrade oil pump to mellings. Also, change roller rockers they have been know to fail.

[@maxwellautoservice_yeg834]

Hi there, how the truck performance after you installed the lock out kits & did the CEL turn ON or NOT ? thanks

[@TestDontguess]

It’s been awesome got more get up and go, no CEL’s either

[@joshwilliams6910]

Can you leave the vct solenoids plugged in after disabling in the tune or do they have to be unplugged

[@nickhalden5588]

I enjoyed the videos, I am getting ready to tackle this job on my fathers F150. It looks not difficult but just labor intensive. Glad everything worked out and thanks for the videos.,

[@TestDontguess]

Very labour intensive for what it’s worth, good luck

[@anthony-vk1ko]

BSK Garage how much labor would you charge

[@danp7463]

Thank you, I've been on the fence about doing this to my 5.4 3 valve. I have the same truck as you do. She's been loyal I tell you. She has 394,000km and I've never had internal engine issues. Oil change's and I let it warm up. I never just start and drive, unless it's a real Fucking emergency. Keep making good video's.

[@TestDontguess]

oh wow that's awesome that the engine has lasted that long

[@mikeethier2779]

Lol holy shit here am worried about having 293600 km on my 05

[@danp7463]

@@mikeethier2779 oil is a hell of alot cheaper than a new engine. These engine's are very sensitive to clean oil. They are durable though, 6 bolt mains throughout.

[@mikeethier2779]

Dan P good to know think this is going to be next on the list

[@12pawsinn]

07 expedition 285500 kms just started ticking. Doing the lockout and its listed for sale. Bought a 32 ft motorhome

[@anthony8787]

Newer ford updated phasers. Ratchet style tensioners, upgraded guides, new chains and the mehlings HV oil pump and 5w30 Had mine done 2 years ago and havnt had ANY issues since.. hot idle im at 30psi oil pressure

[@HuntHardFishHard]

Not sure what happened to mine but lots of noise from the chains. Glad to hear you had success. I’m eying the kit from freedom racing comes with every thing you need! Any advice would be great! Btw how’s is locking out the cam phasers help? The real problem is the oil pump !!

[@anthony8787]

the REAL problem is 5w20 oil and changing at the ford "recommended " oil change intervals... every 4-5k with 5w30 full synthetic and the stock phasers were a big issue also...the locking pin would shear causing the phasers to knock when at idle when its neutral between advance and retard.the viens will knock knock back n forth causing the lnock at idle.. the rattle at startup is a poorly designed oil pump up tensioner that had thin brittle gaskets.. allowing oil to seap out while sitting with that issue there is no tension on the timing chains when you start it up it has to build oil pressure to pukp the tensioners up to put tension on them.. the ratchet tensioners use oil psi as well but they ratchet into on place based on max oil psi..and slowly click as the chains stretch..keeping the chains tight..HVOP will also aid in this as well.. just adds more volume not pressure.. and ALWAYS USE THE FOMOCO motorcraft lil filter!!! I camt stress that enough!! They ars good filters with the silicone check valve keeping oil from bleeding back.

[@bobbyhempel1513]

I don't know why you think clapping some vice grips on the camshaft without them being connected to anything else is going to keep the camshaft from moving. After seeing that I'm not sure I want to take any advice from you whatsoever.

[@TestDontguess]

I could care less what you think to be honest

[@moonstar4722]

I am a Bangladeshi, I like your work very much .... I am learning the work of car engine in Bangladesh, I really want to make a living by working with good and skilled teachers like you.

[@ChrisGolas]

Any info on the tuner?

[@Obsequious1]

Great video. Some times the blurry pictures printed on the instruction manuals can be frustrating. I have a Q about the SCT X4. Does it come with the option to delete the VTC or did wmsracing load the tune on it for you. I plan on installing cams in my 4.6L I asked SCT if they have a tuner that can reflash my ECU after cam install with cam phaser limiters and they replied " Thank you for reaching out to us today. Cam phaser lockouts and Cam modifications require custom tuning. Most tuners can do E-tuning and get you setup with everything you need so you do not have to go to a speed shop for a dyno tune." Best regards, -WY That reply is telling me that the X4 can modify my ECU so I can run my engine after install ? Any suggestions?

[@pepperroni4016]

How do i locate a cam phaser ford mechanic in massachusetts?

[@shaunandjodydearing3159]

Do you have to put a tune in after you do the block off kit

[@cuatillograjales3132]

Thank you this video help me with the lock out kit installed because I take it to at shop in the want to charge $2175 I did my self and safe a lot money thanks

[@yonallopez]

Why is this ? Locking sprocket for ?

[@yandysuarez118]

Can i just install lockout without the tuner?

[@tamarabuddah6050]

You have no advance,no power

[@willcountypowersports6338]

No

[@yonallopez]

So the tuner is the programing thing he did at last on video ?

[@Nichetronix]

DUDE you SAVED MY TRUCK! My son & I just did this to my 2007 F-150 5.4 (268,000 mi) this week. I had the cam phasers replaced about 100,000 miles ago, but the problem recently came back. Just like you said, I ordered the OTC 6681 tool set, & the WMS cam phaser blocks & bolts with SCT tuner & pre-programmed tune to lock out the phasers. Your video was an awesome guide. Even your vice-grip 'mistake' helped us, because we realized which way the camshaft wanted to turn when the gear is removed, and turned out vice grips the other way to prevent rotation, and the OTC "stick" tool held the timing chains fast. After we serviced the phasers (THANK YOU FOR THE DETAILS!), we re-installed them using your video; no problem getting the timing chain back on perfectly. While we were at it, we changed out the spark plugs & coils (the cam phaser issue kills them). Then, we put it back together, we uploaded the tune with the defaults, just exactly like you showed in your video. Engine started right up, and I think it's NEVER had that kind of low-RPM power before! Thank you SO MUCH! I'd give you a SuperChat if I could figure out how!

[@Nichetronix]

Been driving it for a month, now over 3,000 miles so far, including a cross-country trip. No issues whatsoever, even with over 270k on the odometer. THANK YOU SO MUCH!

[@DelFam2011]

@@Nichetronix What did you do with the tuner when finished?

[@Nichetronix]

@@DelFam2011 I kept it. It's useful as a diagnostic code reader, and as a engine parameter display (timing, RPM, fuel curve, etc.) Definitely a lot of value.

[@RepairDotcom]

How much to buy it all ? I m thinking of doing it my self .thanks in advance.

[@Nichetronix]

@@DelFam2011 I still have it. I use it when I want to read codes, etc.

[@williamriley2528]

"These ones"... WTF...??? It's just "THESE"...!

[@RG-lw9uw]

Were able to Do the other side as well with the lock tool kept in same place were you had it

[@fordman2636]

You forgot to put the spring over the long top bolt bud, hopefully nothing bad happened

[@mobeen1433]

His didn’t have it protruding to tuck the spring, and neither did mine

[@euclideshenriquez8930]

Thanks for sharing the information! What I did with the diagnostic tool was a reprogramming of the PCM? Is it mandatory to do that?

[@victoracosta7811]

No

[@patrickalexander7164]

Yeah it is it won’t run well without it. They sell replacement ECUs on eBay for like 155$ with the cam phaser delete tune

[@KollynJ]

Are you still running this truck???

[@MrCurt54661]

I cannot understand why you wouldn't just replace the phaser with a ford part.

[@TestDontguess]

I can’t understand why you would replace a part with another one that is doomed to fail...... this solves the issue once and for all

[@jonahkondro3039]

VCT phaser knock in the 5.4L 3V is a symptom of low base engine oil pressure. Oil pressure is commonly lost through failed RH and LH timing chain tensioners (they are oil pressure fed); and oil pressure is (less commonly) lost through base engine failures (such as worn bearings, cam caps, etc). The phaser lock out repair with custom tune will "fix" phaser knocks, but won't address any base engine oil pressure concerns, if any exist. A more robust repair would see that both timing chain tensioners were replaced (with updated Ford parts) and a VCT lock out kit installed; and then base engine oil pressure can properly assessed (as no oil pressure will be lost through faulty timing chain tensioners).

[@shawnybear2402]

Thanks. Right on. Only note, just did this today, aftermarket cam phasers can be different inside and the metal plugs won’t fit. Grinder time. Went exactly as described other than that.

[@KollynJ]

How are aftermarket’s holding up what brand?

[@shawnybear2402]

I personally prefer genuine motorcraft. Not something one wants to do twice…if you can help it.

[@joesmith-fi1sx]

How do the phaser lock out work for you ? I heard more power and mpg and you need a tune so check engine light doesn’t go on ?

[@forestgump3977]

Yes a tune is needed

[@MiguelssNavarrrte]

Hello friend, I have a question. Does the programming machine only work for one car or does it work for more cars?

[@jessemcbride6567]

Where do you get the tuner

[@rogerpowell2564]

Might help to state that you have to take it to dealership and have them programmed or do it yourself. That will run you about 700

[@ronryman5843]

Is there any difference between default mode with VTS selinoids unhooked? The lockout kits BCM obd2 reprogram allows what difference

[@chord7703]

How do I know if it’s even worth doing this to my engine? Is there like a engine pressure test I could do to see if the clearances are within range? I got 240k miles and want to know if I should replace the engine or do this to the timing. To my knowledge it’s running great and smooth right now just has start up rattle when it’s cold and is missing some mid range power.

[@brandonoh777]

I have an 06 expedition. I plan to do this to shortly Is it possible to find shops that will flash the new code to the ECM to ignore the valve timing so we can get rid of the check engine light or do you have to purchase one of those tuners you have and as a reference below it Hass to be even a special one of those

[@jluis5188]

Had shop do this at the same time they rebuilt the motor. Runs great but check engine light is on and codes timing too advanced cam sensor. Do you guys think they simply failed to load the SCT tune? Or ?

[@williamriley2528]

No, the left cylinder bank rotates Counterclockwise, as you're sitting in the drivers seat'...

[@19Roc81]

The gap between the phaser and the first bracket is key no other videos imagine this a let alone State the importance of it another thing that I haven't seen in any video remove the cam position sensor it's a flimsy piece of garbage that'll cost you $60 to replace if you touch it with the wrench

[@damiananey997]

Hey Bsk garage, im tackling the project right now, and I can't for the life of me get the phaser back on the driver side. You made it look so easy but it's been impossible for me. I did just replace all the timing components though so maybe thats making it more difficult? Any tips on how to make it easier would be greatly appreciated

[@chuyses]

is SCT x4???

[@joeydavis3389]

Thank you sir I'm tackling this job this weekend very informative, you cleared up alot of confusion from the forums as well. Quality video

[@TestDontguess]

good luck

[@uriellevi9000]

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[@nicolasjaziel3610]

@Uriel Levi Instablaster =)

[@uriellevi9000]

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[@uriellevi9000]

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[@jenpsakiscousin4589]

I got about 15000 miles out of the aftermarket kit and with the later Ford dealer parts I'm at about 80,000 and it just started making noise. So hopefully one more time and the rust will kill the truck before the timing set.

[@proofinthelyricsproofinthe3859]

Wtf happen around 9:48 you were finishing driver side then all of sudden you were doing something on the passenger side lol pls

[@larryjolafountain]

What lockout kit did you use and how much did it cost?

[@rcred80]

@@gregbrophy5781 did you program yours or did you only do the lock out

[@forestgump3977]

A program is necessary for the truck to run right

[@delfinoestrada8251]

@@forestgump3977 What is that you are actually programming? what is the name of the test or program?

[@forestgump3977]

Delfino Estrada he had a link in his description to the programming tool which goes for about $300 I believe. And you are programming the truck to run without the use of the vct solenoids I’m retry sure.

[@michaelkennedy2528]

@@gregbrophy5781 Do you have a link or place where you bought the lockouts. I see comp has them but very expensive.

[@Fluxxcapacitor52]

GREAT VIDEO! I Thank you for the step by step guide. I'm in California and had a hell of a time getting a SCT tuner but I finally got one and will be doing this on my truck this weekend.. Thanks again for the road map!

[@TestDontguess]

I hope you got the SCT that has the special program for the lockout that has to be custom made from your PCM Code cause not any SCT tuner will work

[@Fluxxcapacitor52]

@@TestDontguess I got SCT x4 7500

[@TestDontguess]

@@Fluxxcapacitor52 that’s not going to do anything for you…… the lockout tune has to be custom created from a company with your PCM code. Just purchasing a tuner will do nothing

[@yonallopez]

I do not understand why u would lock up the sprocket.!! Can any one explain to me ?

[@brianmccoy51]

I need to do this to my 2010 f250 what was the computer you used to program it at the end

[@jeraisda1]

On minute 3:48 the camshaft moved when you temoved the sprocket, how do you get it back to were it needs to be?

[@ZeRowe]

May be a crazy question but, Do you do both sides? In the video you seemed to be on driver’s side..

[@wildwoodtop]

5:30 what size five point star bit for cam phaser 🤔

[@jasmincalderon2406]

If you don’t use the machine to tune the engine will the lockouts work ? Or give you a check engine light?

[@robertmiranda5364]

Have fun

[@rcrbrewster7840]

10:18 😂😂😂

[@sundaytreblig3229]

Hello sir very informative would like to know the model of the scan tool you use and where can i buy it thanks in advance

[@simonsautorepair8082]

Hi everyone i have a 2005 ford f150 5.4 i replace the phasers and now no noise but the truck doest have power when i try to drive it shuts off especially when the truck gets hot thanks for the aswers

[@yonallopez]

Same to mine when parking backwards when hot mostly ugly noise stalling shake off

[@paulpalmer5264]

I need to know I did the step without the vice grips and the dang thing turned on me what do I do next please help thanks advance

[@omarorozco6964]

Hi recently I install new timming kit an lockout camshaft now my truck no more sound like a diesel. But engine light sometimes turn on with a code p0021 and p0011. I ask a need update any software on ecu?

[@TestDontguess]

sounds like you installed the locks but didn't reprogram the computer

[@omarorozco6964]

@@TestDontguess ok I understand I need reprogram the ecu. How I do that?

[@TestDontguess]

Can’t help you sorry

[@omarorozco6964]

@@TestDontguess thanks any tools or scan for do that?

[@TestDontguess]

Yes google

[@yonallopez]

If i do this to my truck will it stop stalling and noising like diesel ?

[@patrickharrand]

Awesome! Thanks for sharing your skilled hard work.👍👍❤

[@rootloggins3951]

You grunt and groan like I do bahahhaa. Awesome video sir.

[@HannibalAcrotices]

So does this stop 2004-2008 F150s from exploding?

[@vdesg962]

Eso no sirve , el motor nunca trabaja bien y se le enciende el chek engine

[@joseesquedajr.4367]

Do I need to reprogram the computer for check engine light to go off?

[@thesuttonshomestead8100]

What brand should I look for? Or does it matter?

[@volcan1601]

U$ 45 for 12 cam follower at Amazon , are they any good?

[@mikeyvillareal6439]

Does the truck need to be tuned after doing the lock outs?

[@thesuttonshomestead8100]

Where did you buy the tool kit, the blocks and the tuner?

[@octaviomedina877]

Amigo el scaner que estás usando es exclusivo para ese trabajo de ajustar el tiempo de motor

[@tedthornton7791]

How does this effect power, mileage,?

[@jessemcbride6567]

Does the tuning instructions come with the lockouts

[@tombasile3869]

I did the phaser lockout, but now my engine light stays on - any tips? I have a 2008 F150 4x4

[@connorhagerbaumer1002]

We're you ever able to get the dash light off mine does too

[@lukeskinner8008]

What lock kid did you use?

[@kleetus92]

just that little bastard one from down the street...

[@TwoStageTrigger]

I'm on my 3rd time doing the timing on my 2008 f150. I shouldn't have to do the timing every 5000 miles. My parts are in the mail, with lockouts. I'm selling it once I'm done.

[@edweigman9683]

mine lasted 1000 miles! All oem parts , i wish i would have done the lockout!

[@jamiealumbaugh9753]

Do I have to do a program. Putting in new

[@stevegosnell4058]

How is the power after the lock outs?

[@Gasher92]

Brother where did you get the program tool

[@rodrigopalomares4330]

Does the PC need a special configuration? Doesn't the check engine light come on?

[@jafaary2614]

Can you drive with out doing the tuner ? After locking out phasers ?

[@TestDontguess]

🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️

[@markrogge3098]

What's the cost.of the kit + labor. I'm in south florida and happy to pay someone

[@iMMoRTalxm]

mark rogge I can do the job for you I live in south Florida aswell

[@godmodeforever]

Just another bad idea from Ford.

[@codysuderman4432]

I cant get the wedge to fit in the other side on mine, how were you able to lock the chain?

[@josefarias9061]

Luego de bloquearlos cuál es el siguiente paso amigo

[@tenncutt]

Two years later still a great video! I learned something. I have an 06 5.4 Expedition with 212000 miles. Didn't even know this lockout was a thing! How many hours did that take? Will you come over and do mine? Lol. I keep getting a cyl 3 misfire code no matter how many times i change the coil pack and the plug, along with a 172 code and a high fuel trim on bank 1, any ideas what my issue may be!

[@erinarnold6697]

It might be a bad rocker arm or the rocker arm may have fell off

[@HuntHardFishHard]

Did you change the oil pump?

[@Nelval573]

Does this tuner work on multiple Ford 5.4 or for one specific vehicle and how would I get the instructions sheets after lockout phasers

[@TestDontguess]

The tuner is custom programmed to a special code on your PCM

[@Nelval573]

@@TestDontguess thanks for the reply

[@klikliks_service]

Have you done the updated oil pump

[@pitin321]

Do I have to do the phaser lookout with out the program update.

[@jasonmoore3875]

I have two left head phasers, what r the timing marks on the chain supposed to look like

[@magicwand6746]

180 deg. Of the L is the R

[@MegaPERRABRAVA]

What happens if you don’t tune it

[@beezertwelvewashingbeard8703]

Those are complicated engines. Looks like a rat's nest when disassembled.

[@The.Fatman]

They make a camshaft lock tool that works well

[@williegillie5712]

Cam Phasers. Ford had a better idea

[@jjramos46]

Cant say I disagree with locking em but ive heard all the non-Ford phasers are the ones that dont last.

[@TestDontguess]

So non ford phasers were installed from the factory and that’s why they are all failing your saying 🤔🤔🤔

[@morecowbell20]

@@TestDontguess I think non ford phasers last even less time than ford phasers (mine sure didn't). That's why I had to find used ford phasers so the lock fits in the kit I just got from Western. Didn't have Dorman phasers either, went with Standard Manufacturing ones a couple years ago. Lesson learned. I'm looking forward to the same results as you. Thanks very much for the great video!

[@yadcar]

Just curious, does the check engine light comes on?

[@TestDontguess]

nope

[@yadcar]

Great thanks👍🏽

[@yadcar]

Hi,I’m about to do this upgrade to my truck will not effect emissions, I live in California and need to do smog test, thanks

[@manueltovar4821]

@Charles Ball and who's going to know that man

[@manueltovar4821]

@Charles Ball really who cares if it's not legal in California the state is not worried or is going to fix or give me another alternative to keep lock outside away from potential fixing my truck right and for good screw them I'll do it anyways