2003 Ford 4.0 SOHC Valve Timing

[LAPORTE]

Does anyone have any info on this topic. I have had the motor out of my Explorer 2 times now and I still can not get this adjusted correctly.... thanks Don L

[LipRip]

all you have to do is align the timing marks on the cam gear with the marks on the crank pulley/gear. It should be when the #1 piston is on top dead center. Other than that, the timing adv/retart is controlled by the ecm.

I have never work on that motor personally, but have worked on many other ohc motors. I could prob find you some literature on it if you want me to.

[SethV]

Hey Don, I will make ya a good deal on a new Chevy!   

When we gonna pour some lead?

[LAPORTE]

Lining up marks sounds like an easy thing to do. If it had marks or even keyways.... this motor has 4 timing chains.... what a nightmare..... If I had hair it would be pulled out 



   Seth                     As for the lead pouring session... once the truck gets fixed and my barn gets back in order. away we go!!! I have about 80lbs just waiting.... Ill send you a pm

[LipRip]

4 chains on a single overhead cam motor!?!?!?! wow, i would of though 1 maybe 2 at the most. like i said, i'm sure i can get the procedure for you if u want me to.

[LAPORTE]

thanks,  Im throwing in the towel ... Im heading to the dealer this morning.... 2 weeks has been to long

[Durand Dan]

Does anyone have any info on this topic. I have had the motor out of my Explorer 2 times now and I still can not get this adjusted correctly.... thanks Don L

Did you see this on Wikipedia?
http://wiki.answers.com/Q/How_to_install_the_timing_chain_on_explorer_9798_4.0_sohc_there_are_not_marks_or_guides_to_install_the_left_side_and_front_timing_chain_and_you_am_thinking_probably_you_need_some_kind_of_special_tool

[djkimmel]

Trying to read that makes me want to put the compression tester extension hose into my ear and blow my brains out!! Good luck Don. I will be of absolutely no help. That's for sure.