- FORD CAMSHAFT SYNCHRONIZER TOOL MANUALS
- FORD CAMSHAFT SYNCHRONIZER TOOL INSTALL
- FORD CAMSHAFT SYNCHRONIZER TOOL MANUAL
To make the situation even more confusing the Haynes repair manual for this car has a description and diagram that states "With the housing seated on the engine block, the arrow on the tool (A) must point 38-degrees counterclockwise from the engine centerline ". I've confirmed that cylinder #1 is at TDC and there is no other camshaft synchro position that will align the synchro with attached tool closer than a few degrees. I have pretty much the same problem as AndrewP with the alignment of the tool off a few degrees with the engine centerline. The replacement is from Cardone (I was told) with a plastic yellow alignment tool. The reason: chirping, squeaking, and squealing camshaft synchro. I'm in the process of replacing the camshaft synchro and sensor. I have a 1996 Mercury Sable V6 OHV with about 188K miles.
FORD CAMSHAFT SYNCHRONIZER TOOL MANUALS
Most manuals state to set the engine to TDC on cylinder #1 before removing the old synchronizer. It is usually included with aftermarket units (I wonder why?). If you use aftermarket, MAKE SURE YOU USE THE SUPPLIED ALIGNMENT TOOL. * NOTE * These instructions are specifically based on using a NEW MOTORCRAFT unit.
FORD CAMSHAFT SYNCHRONIZER TOOL INSTALL
Install the synchronizer hold down bolt.Install the position sensor.Reconnect sensor plug.Follow the reserve steps 4 through 1. Before lowering, set the tooth about 10 degrees counterclockwise to your mark on the synchro body. The cam gear will turn the trigger a few degrees as the synchronizer is lowered into position.