VTC Install

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YMMS: 2016 Ford F-150 XL May 30, 2023

Engine: 3.5L Eng License:
VIN: 1FTEW1E88GKE87939 Odometer:
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION > VARIABLE CAMSHAFT TIMING (VCT)

UNIT
NOTE: For information on Ford Color Coded

Illustrations refer to COLOR-CODING - FORD .
Special Tool(s) / General Equipment
303-1530 Tool, Chain Tensioner Hold Down TKIT-2010A-F

TKIT-2010A-LM TKIT-2010A-ROW
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR

COMPANY
Materials
Name Specification
Motorcraft ® SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil XO-5W20- WSS-
QSP M2C945-A
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION > VARIABLE CAMSHAFT TIMING (VCT)

UNIT > INSTALLATION
Installation of the RH secondary timing chain tensioner
NOTE: The following 10 steps are only for the
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installation of the RH secondary timing chain tensioners.

Do not reuse the secondary timing chain tensioners if
removed, or damage to the engine may occur.
1.
NOTE: Do not remove the secondary timing

chain tensioner shipping clip, until instructed to do
so.
Apply clean engine oil to the secondary timing chain tensioner O-ring seals and
mega cap bore.
Material: Motorcraft ® SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil / XO-5W20-
QSP (WSS-M2C945-A)
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Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
2.

so.
Install the RH secondary timing chain tensioner by pushing it down all the way until
a snap is heard and the tensioner is seated all the way down the mega cap bore.
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3.
Install the RH secondary timing chain tensioner shoe.
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4.
Remove and discard the RH secondary timing chain tensioner shipping clip.
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5.
Align the colored links with the timing marks and assemble the RH VCT units.
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6.
NOTE: It may be necessary to rotate the

camshafts slightly, to install the RH secondary
timing assembly.
Position the RH VCT units and secondary timing chain onto the camshafts by
aligning the holes in the VCT units with the dowel pins in the camshafts.
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7.
Install the new RH VCT unit bolts and tighten in 4 stages.
Torque:
Stage 1: 30 lb.ft (40 Nm)
Stage 2: Loosen: 1 turn(s)
Stage 4: 180 °
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8.
Activate the RH secondary timing chain tensioner by pressing down on the

secondary timing chain and tensioner top shoe until it bottoms out, let go of the
tensioner and it will spring up putting tension on the chain.
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9.
NOTE: Do not use excessive force when

installing the VCT oil control solenoid. Damage to
the mega cap could cause the cylinder head to be
inoperable. If difficult to install the VCT oil control
solenoid, inspect the bore and VCT oil control
solenoid to ensure there are no burrs, sharp edges
or contaminants present on the mating surface.
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Only clean the external surfaces as necessary.
NOTE: A slight twisting motion will aid in the

installation of the VCT oil control solenoid
NOTE: Keep the VCT oil control solenoid clean

of dirt and debris.
Install the RH exhaust VCT oil control solenoid and the bolt.
Torque:
Stage 1: 71 lb.in (8 Nm)
Stage 2: 20 °
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10.
Install Special Service Tool: 303-1530 Tool, Chain Tensioner Hold Down.
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RH variable camshaft timing (VCT) unit
11.
Align the colored links with the timing marks and assemble the RH VCT units.
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12.

camshafts slightly, to install the RH VCT units.
Position the RH VCT units and secondary timing chain onto the camshafts by
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13.
Install the new RH VCT unit bolts and tighten in 4 stages.
Torque:
Stage 2: Loosen:: 1 turn(s)
Stage 4: 180 °
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14.
NOTE: Make sure the secondary timing chain is

centered on the timing chain tensioner guides.
NOTE: The VCT oil control solenoids are

removed for clarity.
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Remove Special Service Tool: 303-1530 Tool, Chain Tensioner Hold Down.
Installation of the LH secondary timing chain tensioner
NOTE: The following 10 steps are only for the

replacement of the secondary timing chain tensioners. Do
not reuse the secondary timing chain tensioners if
removed, or damage to the engine may occur.
15.
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so.
Apply clean engine oil to the secondary timing chain tensioner O-ring seals and
mega cap bore.
Material: Motorcraft ® SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil / XO-5W20-
QSP (WSS-M2C945-A)
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16.

so.
Install the LH secondary timing chain tensioner by pushing it down all the way until a
snap is heard and the tensioner is seated all the way down the mega cap bore.
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17.
Install the LH secondary timing chain tensioner shoe.
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18.
Remove and discard the LH secondary timing chain tensioner shipping clip.
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19.
Align the colored links with the timing marks and assemble the LH VCT units.
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20.
Position the LH VCT units and secondary timing chain onto the camshafts by
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21.
Install the new LH VCT unit bolts and tighten in 4 stages.
Torque:
Stage 4: 180 °
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22.
Activate the LH secondary timing chain tensioner by pressing down on the

secondary timing chain and tensioner top shoe until it bottoms out, let go of the
tensioner and it will spring up putting tension on the chain.
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23.
NOTE: Do not use excessive force when

installing the VCT oil control solenoid. Damage to
the mega cap could cause the cylinder head to be
inoperable. If difficult to install the VCT oil control
solenoid, inspect the bore and VCT oil control
solenoid to ensure there are no burrs, sharp edges
or contaminants present on the mating surface.
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Only clean the external surfaces as necessary.
NOTE: A slight twisting motion will aid in the

installation of the VCT oil control solenoid
NOTE: Keep the VCT oil control solenoid clean

of dirt and debris.
Install the LH exhaust VCT oil control solenoid and the bolt.
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24.
Install Special Service Tool: 303-1530 Tool, Chain Tensioner Hold Down.
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LH variable camshaft timing (VCT) unit
25.
Align the colored links with the timing marks on the LH VCT units.
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26.

camshafts slightly, to install the LH secondary timing
assembly.
Position the LH VCT units and secondary timing chain onto the camshafts by
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27.
Install the new LH VCT unit bolts and tighten in 4 stages.
Torque:
Stage 4: 180 °
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28.
NOTE: Make sure the secondary timing chain is

centered on the timing chain tensioner guides.
NOTE: The VCT oil control solenoids are

removed for clarity.
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Remove Special Service Tool: 303-1530 Tool, Chain Tensioner Hold Down.
All variable camshaft timing (VCT) unit
29.
Install the timing chain. Refer to: Timing Chain .
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YMMS: 2016 Ford F-150 XL May 30, 2023

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION > VARIABLE CAMSHAFT TIMING (VCT)

NOTE: For information on Ford Color Coded

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment

303-1530 Tool, Chain Tensioner Hold Down TKIT-2010A-F

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION > VARIABLE CAMSHAFT TIMING (VCT)

Installation of the RH secondary timing chain tensioner

NOTE: The following 10 steps are only for the

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installation of the RH secondary timing chain tensioners.

NOTE: Do not remove the secondary timing

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Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

NOTE: Do not remove the secondary timing

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Install the RH secondary timing chain tensioner shoe.

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NOTE: It may be necessary to rotate the

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Install the new RH VCT unit bolts and tighten in 4 stages.

Stage 1: 30 lb.ft (40 Nm)

Stage 2: Loosen: 1 turn(s)

Stage 3: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)

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Activate the RH secondary timing chain tensioner by pressing down on the

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NOTE: Do not use excessive force when

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Only clean the external surfaces as necessary.

NOTE: A slight twisting motion will aid in the

NOTE: Keep the VCT oil control solenoid clean

Stage 1: 71 lb.in (8 Nm)

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RH variable camshaft timing (VCT) unit

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NOTE: It may be necessary to rotate the

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Install the new RH VCT unit bolts and tighten in 4 stages.

Stage 1: 30 lb.ft (40 Nm)

Stage 2: Loosen:: 1 turn(s)

Stage 3: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)