1991 FORD FESTIVA air filter

levels to proper level.
Removal (1.6L & 1.6L Turbo)
1. Relieve fuel pressure and discharge air conditioning system (if equipped). See FUEL PRESSURE RELEASE under REMOVAL &
INSTALLATION. Disconnect and remove battery, battery tray and battery tray support bracket.
2. Release wiring harness retaining straps from battery support tray. Disconnect windshield washer supply hose between fluid reservoir and
hood. Mark hinge locations and remove hood.
3. Disconnect intake air tube and wiring to ignition coil and vane airflow meter. Remove air cleaner/vane airflow meter assembly. Remove
air cleaner assembly support brackets. Disconnect intercooler hoses from turbocharger (if equipped).
4. Drain engine coolant and remove radiator. Disconnect accelerator cable, and remove retaining bracket from cam cover. Position cable to
one side.
5. Disconnect and plug fuel lines at fuel filter and pressure regulator. Disconnect power brake booster manifold vacuum hose from
manifold. Disconnect heater hoses at heater core tubes. Label and remove vacuum hoses located at throttle body.
6. For manual transaxle turbocharged vehicles, disconnect clutch cable and remove support bracket and cable from transmission. On non-
turbo vehicles, disconnect clutch slave hydraulic line. For automatic transaxle, remove transaxle cooler lines.
7. Disconnect starter wiring at starter. Remove harness from locating strap on bracket. Disconnect alternator wiring. Disconnect wiring
from engine coolant sensors located on rear of engine block. Remove ground connection at bracket on thermostat cover. Disconnect O2
sensor wire, main wiring harness connector, TPS connector (turbocharged only), knock sensor connector, distributor wiring and
transaxle wiring. Disconnect ground wire and strap at front of engine, and reinstall lifting eye.
8. Remove engine oil dipstick and retaining clip. Remove power steering pump from mounting bracket. Remove power steering pump
mounting bracket. With hoses attached, position pump aside. Remove upper air conditioning compressor retaining bolts (if equipped).
9. Raise vehicle on hoist. Drain engine oil and cooling system. On vehicles with air conditioning, remove lower air conditioning
compressor mounting bolts, and position compressor out of way.
10. Remove front wheels and tires. Remove front ball joints-to-ste e r in g kn u c kl e s r e t a in in g b o l t s. R e mo ve sp l a sh gu a r d s. Dr a in t ransmission
oil and remove half shafts from differential. Remove front exhaust pipe bracket located on lower side of engine. Disconnect front
exhaust pipe from exhaust manifold, or turbocharger (if equipped).
11. Remove frame support bar-to-engine support bolt. Loosen right control arm bolt and, pivot support bar downward. Disengage rubber
exhaust hangers located directly behind catalytic converter. Allow exhaust system to hang down 6 inches, and support system with
mechanic's wire. Unbolt shift linkage and stabilizer bar at transaxle. Remove nuts from front and rear engine mounts, and lower vehicle.
12. Attach chains onto lift eyes at ends of cylinder head, and support engine with hoist. Remove RH engine mount through bolt. Raise
engine off mounts and slightly pivot engine/transaxle assembly. Disconnect oil pressure sensor and route starter/alternator wiring
harness from engine. Carefully lift engine/transaxle assembly, turn assembly while raising to clear brake master cylinder, shift linkage
universal joint, radiator support and air conditioning lines (if equipped).
13. Remove intake manifold support bracket. Remove gusset plate(s) (if equipped). Remove starter. Remove transaxle-to-engine retaining
bolts. Identify bolts to ensure correct installation. Separate transaxle from engine. On manual transaxle, remove pressure plate, clutch
disc and flywheel. On automatic transaxle, remove flexplate.
Installation (1.6L & 1.6L Turbo)
1. Install transaxle to engine in reverse order of removal. Attach hoist to engine/transaxle assembly and position assembly in vehicle.
Before engine contacts mounts, route starter, alternator and oil pressure sensor wiring, and connect oil pressure sensor. Lower engine
until front mount seats on crossmember. Install through bolt on RH engine mount. DO NOT tighten bolt.
2. Remove hoist. Raise vehicle and support with jackstands. Align rear engine mount to crossmember, and install retaining nuts to front
and rear engine mounts. Tighten nuts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
table at end of article.
3. On manual transaxles, connect shift coupling and stabilizer. Tighten to specification. On automatic transaxles, connect shift linkage and
oil cooler lines. Tighten linkage retaining bolt, shift cable pivot and oil cooler hose clamps to specification. Connect front exhaust pipe
to manifold (or turbocharger). Install exhaust pipe to support bracket. Tighten bolts to specification. Tighten manifold (or turbocharger)
to specification. Attach rubber exhaust hangers. Position cross brace. Tighten retaining nut and bolt and right control arm front bolt.
4. Install drive axles. Install ball joint retaining bolts and tighten to specification. Mount A/C Compressor to engine (if equipped). Tighten
lower retaining bolts to specification. Install splash guards. Install tire and wheel assemblies. Tighten retaining nuts to specification.
5. Lower vehicle. Install upper A/C compressor retaining bolts (if equipped). Tighten bolts to specification. Tighten RH engine mo u n t
through bolt to specification. Connect alternator wiring.
6. Position power steering pump bracket on stud. Lower pump into engine compartment. Install power steering pump bracket retaining
bolts and nut. Tighten to specification. Install power steering pump and belt. Tighten adjustment nut and pivot bolt to specification.
7. Install engine oil dipstick and retaining clip. Install ground strap and ground wire to cylinder head. Install clutch cable (if equipped).
Connect clutch hydraulic line if equipped with manual transaxle or naturally aspirated. Connect transmission electrical connectors.
Connect fuel lines to fuel filter and pressure regulator. Install intake air tube to throttle body.
8. Install intercooler hoses on turbocharged models. Install air cleaner assembly brackets. Install air cleaner assembly with airflow meter
attached. Install intake air tube. Install coil and airflow meter connectors. Connect coolant crankcase and air bypass hoses. Install
vacuum hoses as noted in disassembly.
9. Connect accelerator cable. Install retaining bracket. Install power brake booster hose. Remove speedometer cable from transaxle. Fill
transaxle to specification. See CAPACITIES in SERVICE & ADJUSTMENT SPECIFICATIONS article. Install speedometer cable.
Connect speedometer cable connector. Fill engine oil to capacity.
10. Install radiator/fan assembly. Tighten bracket retaining bolts to specification. Connect coolant hoses and fan electrical connector. Fill
coolant to specification.
11. Install hood and connect washer hose. Install battery tray support, battery tray, battery and battery hold-down. Connect battery
terminal. Evacuate and charge air conditioning system (if equipped). Road test vehicle and inspect for leaks.
INTAKE MANIFOLD
Removal (1.3L)
CAUT ION: DO NOT allow com pressor to hang by hoses. T ie up com pressor with m echanic's wire.
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Disconnect negative battery cable. Drain cooling system. Remove air cleaner. Remove intake manifold bracket. Disconnect throttle cable.
Mark and disconnect vacuum hoses, fuel hoses and wiring. Remove intake manifold bolts. Remove intake manifold and gasket.
Installation (1.3L)
Clean all gasket mating surfaces. Ensure surface is free of burrs, scratches and cracks. Replace all gaskets. Position gasket and manifold to
cylinder head. Install bolts and tighten to specification. To complete installation, reverse removal procedure.
Removal (1.6L)
1. Disconnect negative battery terminal. Relieve fuel pressure. See FUEL PRESSURE RELEASE under REMOVAL &
INSTALLATION. Drain cooling system. Disconnect intercooler tube and/or air intake tube. Disconnect air by-pass hoses. Disconnect
main engine harness electrical connection and TPS connector. Disconnect vacuum hoses from throttle body.
2. Disconnect fuel lines from fuel filter and pressure regulator. Disconnect throttle cable. Disconnect hoses from By-pass Air Control valve
( B AC ) . R e mo ve B AC va l ve r e t a in in g n u t a n d b o l t . R e mo ve in t a ke manifold retaining nuts and bolts from support bracket and cylinder
head. Remove intake manifold and throttle body assembly.
Installation (1.6L)
1. Install new intake manifold gasket, ensuring coolant passage openings align with openings in cylinder head and manifold. Install intake
manifold. Tighten retaining nut and bolts and support bracket bolts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
table at end of
article.
2. Install BAC valve and connect air hoses. Connect throttle cable. Connect fuel lines to fuel filters and pressure regulator. Connect main
engine harness connector and TPS connector. Connect vacuum lines to throttle body. Install intake air tube. Connect intercooler tube
and/or intake air tube. Connect air by-pass hoses. Fill cooling system. Connect negative battery terminal. Start engine and check for
fluid leaks and correct operation.
EXHAUST MANIFOLD
Removal (1.3L)
1. Raise vehicle. Remove catalytic converter inlet pipe at exhaust manifold. Remove pulse air tube nuts at inlet pipe. Remove inlet pipe
support bracket bolts. Lower vehicle. Remove air intake duct. Remove exhaust manifold heat shroud bolts and remove shroud.
2. Disconnect oxygen sensor connector. Remove exhaust manifold nuts and remove exhaust manifold. Remove gasket from inlet pipe and
cylinder head.
Installation
Position new gasket on cylinder head and inlet pipe. Install exhaust manifold and nuts. Tighten nuts to specification. See, at end of article,
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
table. To complete installation, reverse removal procedure. Tighten all bolts and nuts to specification.
Removal (1.6L Non-Turbo)
Remove intake air tube. Remove front exhaust pipe to exhaust manifold retaining nuts. Remove exhaust support bracket (if equipped). Remove
heat shield. Disconnect O2 sensor electrical connector. Remove exhaust manifold.
Installation (1.6L Non-Turbo)
Install exhaust manifold gaskets. Install heavier gasket first. Install exhaust manifold and tighten retaining nuts to specification. See TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS table at end of article. Connect O2 sensor electrical connector. Install manifold heat shield. Install intake air tube.
Connect front exhaust pipe to intake manifold and tighten retaining nuts to specification. Install exhaust support bracket, if removed, and
tighten engine mount bolt to specification. Start engine and check for leaks.
Removal (1.6L Turbo)
1. Disconnect negative battery cable. Drain cooling system. Remove throttle body air intake tube. Disconnect intercooler hose from
turbocharger assembly and position both intercooler hoses out of the way. Remove O2 sensor connector from its retaining clip, and
disconnect O2 sensor. Remove lower heat shield and then upper heat shield. Remove turbocharger side heat shield.
2. Remove power steering pump (leave hoses attached) and lay aside. Disconnect lower radiator hose from water pump. Position power
steering pump to access mounting bracket retaining bolts and nut. Remove both bolts and one nut, and remove bracket from engine.
Remove 2 screws retaining air cleaner duct tube, loosen clamp at turbocharger and position duct tube out of the way. Disconnect
coolant return hose at turbocharger. Remove bolt and brass sealing washers from oil supply line at engine block.
3. Raise vehicle. Remove retaining nuts and washers from exhaust pipe flange. Remove 2 bolts retaining exhaust hangers to engine block.
Slide off two rubber exhaust hangers at catalytic converter. Pull exhaust pipe downward and to LH side of vehicle. Disconnect oil return
hose at turbocharger. Disconnect coolant return hose at turbocharger. Remove 2 retaining bolts from turbocharger support bracket.
Remove 2 bolts retaining coolant by-pass tube outlet to water pump. Lower vehicle.
4. Loosen retaining clamp bolt on coolant by-pass tube at rear of cylinder head. Remove 11 retaining nuts from exhaust manifold. Pull
coolant by-pass tube bracket from exhaust stud, and position tube out of way. Grasp manifold, pull off studs and move assembly slightly
to RH side of engine compartment to clear cooling fan, and remove assembly from vehicle.
5. Working on bench, remove 4 nuts retaining turbocharger to exhaust manifold, separate assembly and discard gasket.
Installation (1.6L Turbo)
NOTE:Feed O2 sensor wire and guide through upper heat shield.
NOTE:When reinstalling turbocharger, thoroughly rem ove all gaskets and sealant. Use new gaskets. Add .85
oz. (25 cc) of engine oil in the oil passage of the turbocharger.
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Fig. 1: Installing Cylinder Head Bolts (1.3L)

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Removal (1.6L)
1. Release fuel pressure. Drain cooling system. Disconnect negative battery terminal. Remove intake air tube from throttle body.
Disconnect air by-pass hoses. Remove spark plug wires and retainers. Remove intake air tube from air cleaner assembly. Disconnect
coolant hose from thermostat cover. Disconnect vacuum hoses and coolant hoses from throttle body and intake manifold.
2. Disconnect throttle cable and remove retaining brackets and cable. Disconnect fuel lines at fuel filter and pressure regulator. Disconnect
main harness connector. Disconnect O2 sensor connector and remove ground connection retaining screw at bracket. Disconnect
intercooler tubes from turbocharger (if equipped). Remove ground wire and strap retaining bolts at front sides of cylinder head.
3. Remove timing belt covers and timing belt. On turbocharged vehicles, remove exhaust manifold and turbocharger as an assembly. On
non-turbocharged vehicles, disconnect front exhaust pipe from exhaust manifold. Remove intake manifold support upper retaining bolts.
4. Remove cam cover. Remove cylinder head and intake manifold as an assembly. Separate intake manifold from cylinder head (if
required).
Installation (1.6L)
1. Position new (2-piece) exhaust gasket on cylinder head with heavy gasket installed first. Install exhaust manifold to head. Install intake
manifold to head using new gasket. Tighten all manifold nuts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
table at end of
article.
2. Ensure gasket surfaces of head and block are clean of old gasket and sealant. Place new head gasket on cylinder block. Carefully, place
cylinder head on block. Tighten cylinder head in sequence and in two stages to correct specification. See Fig. 2
.

Fig. 2: Installing Cylinder Head Bolts (1.6L)

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
3. Install intake manifold support upper retaining bolts and tighten to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
table at end of
NOTE:Ensure coolant passage openings in gasket align with m anifold and cylinder head.
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article. Install timing belt and covers. Install cam cover. On non-turbo engines, connect front exhaust pipe to exhaust manifold. Tighten
nuts to specification.
4. On turbocharged engines, install exhaust manifold and turbocharger assembly. Install ground wire and strap to cylinder head with
retaining bolts. Connect intercooler tubes (if equipped). Connect O2 sensor connector, and install ground wires to bracket on cylinder
head with retaining screw. Connect main engine harness connector. Connect fuel lines to fuel filter and pressure regulator. Install
throttle cable and retaining brackets.
5. Install coolant hoses and vacuum lines to intake manifold and throttle body. Install coolant hose to thermostat cover. Install intake air
tube to air cleaner. Install spark plug wires and retainers. Install intake air tube to throttle body, and connect by-pass hoses. Fill cooling
system. Connect negative battery terminal. Start engine, check for leaks and system operation.
TIMING BELT COVER
Removal & Installation (1.3L)
Remove accessory belts. Remove water pump pulley. Remove crankshaft damper. Remove bolts retaining upper and lower cover halves to
engine front. Remove both covers. To install, reverse removal procedure.
Removal & Installation (1.6L)
Raise vehicle on hoist. Remove RF tire and wheel assembly. Remove RF splash guard. Lower vehicle. Remove spark plugs and set camsh aft
timing to TDC No. 1 cylinder. Remove oil dipstick. Remove water pump pulley. Remove crankshaft pulley, damper and baffle plate. Remove
upper timing belt cover. Remove center and lower timing belt covers. To install, reverse removal procedure.
TIMING BELT
Removal (1.3L)
Remove accessory belts, water pump pulley, crankshaft damper and upper and lower timing belt covers. Mark timing belt direction of rotation
for installation reference. Remove timing belt tensioner pulley bolt. Remove tensioner pulley, spring and spring cover. Remove timing belt.
Installation (1.3L)
1. Ensure timing belt and sprockets are clean and not worn or damaged. Align crankshaft and camshaft timing marks. See Fig. 3 . No. 1
cylinder must be at TDC of compression stroke.
2. Position belt on camshaft sprocket. Install timing belt tensioner spring, spring cover and pulley. Tighten tensioner pulley bolt to
specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
table at end of article. To complete installation, reverse removal procedure. Tighten
all bolts and nuts to specification.

Fig. 3: Aligning Camshaft & Crankshaft Timing Marks (1.3L)

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Removal (1.6L)
NOTE:Always rotate engine in direction of norm al operation. Rotating crankshaft backwards m ay cause belt to
jump timing.
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2. Remove main bearing cap bolts. Remove cap and lower bearing insert. Use bearing remover or fabricated cotter key to remove upper
bearing insert. Insert bearing remover in journal lubrication hole. Rotate crankshaft in normal direction of operation only. Repeat
procedure for remaining main bearings.
3. Check bearings for abnormal wear. Check crankshaft for grooves, scratches and pitting. Using Plastigage method, check clearance of
main bearing-to-crankshaft. Always keep at least 2 bearings and caps tight during clearance check. See, at end of article,
CRANKSHAFT MAIN & CONNECTING ROD BEARINGS
table under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS.
4. Lubricate and install new bearings in cap and block. Match bearing tangs with notch in cap and block. Position cap in its proper
location and position. Install cap bolts and tighten to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
table at end of article. Repeat
procedure for remaining main bearings.
CRANKSHAFT END PLAY
Check crankshaft end play with dial indicator. End play should be .0031-.0111" (.08-.282 mm). Service limit is .012" (.30 mm). If end play is
not within specification, replace thrust bearings as necessary.
CYLINDER BLOCK
1. Using straightedge and feeler gauge, check entire cylinder head surface of cylinder block. Ensure warpage does not exceed .006" (.15
mm). If warpage exceeds specification, cylinder block surface can be machined a maximum of .008" (.20 mm).
2. Replace cylinder block if it needs to be machined more than .008" (.20 mm). Check cylinder bore for wear, out-of-round, taper and
piston fit. See CYLINDER BORE SPECIFICATIONS
table. Oversize pistons are available in .010" and .020" (.25 mm and .50 mm).
CYLINDER BORE SPECIFICATIONS
LUBRICATION
ENGINE OILING SYSTEM
Oiling system is force-feed type and uses a full-flow oil filter. Oil is retrieved from oil pan by oil pump pick-up tube and distributed to oil
filter. Oil is then filtered and routed throughout engine.
Crankcase Capacity
1.3 L crankcase capacity is 3.2 qts. (3.0 L) without filter change and 3.6 qts. (3.4 L) with filter change. For 1.6 L vehicles, capacity is 3.2 qts
(3.2 L) without filter and 3.72 qts. (3.5 L) with filter.
Normal Oil Pressure (Hot)
Normal oil pressure is 50-64 psi (3.5-4.5 kg/cm2 ) at 3000 RPM.
Pressure Regulator Valve
Pressure regulator valve is located in oil pump body and is nonadjustable.
OIL PUMP
Removal
Remove oil pan, pick-up tube and screen, timing belt and crankshaft sprocket. Remove front engine cover bolts and remove front cover.
R e mo ve b o l t s r e t a in in g p u mp c o ve r t o b a c k sid e o f fr o n t c o ve r h o u sin g.
2) Remove pump cover and inner and outer gears. Pry out front seal from front cover. Remove cotter pin. Remove pressure regulator retainer,
spring and valve.
OIL PUMP SPECIFICATIONS or replacem ent.
ApplicationIn. (mm)
Cylinder Diameter
Standard Bore
1.3L2.7953-2.7960 (71.000-71.019)
1.6L3.0709-3.0716 (78.000-78.019)
Maximu m Bo re
1.3L2.8020 (71.17)
1.6L3.0905-3.0913 (78.500-78.519)
Maximu m Ou t -Of-Ro u n d & Tap er.0007 (.019)
Piston-To-Bore Clearance.006 (.15)
ApplicationIn. (mm)
Inner Gear-To-Outer Gear
1.3L.008 (.20)
1.6L.0008-.0063 (.02-.16)
Outer Gear-To-Housing
1.3L.009 (.22)
1.6L.0035-.0071 (.09-.18)
End Play
1.3L.006 (.14)
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ELECTRONIC CONTROL ASSEMBLY (ECA)
REMOVAL & INSTALLATION
Disconnect negative battery cable. On Festiva, from under instrument panel, remove heater duct. On Capri, disengage push-pin retainers by
pulling back on front edges of both center carpet panels. Remove carpet panel retaining screws and panels. Disconnect ECA wire harness
connector. Remove ECA bolts and ECA. To install, reverse removal procedure. On Festiva, ensure mounting clip is inserted into bulkhead
recess.
FUEL SYSTEM
FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE RELEASE
Remove rear seat assembly. With engine running, disconnect fuel pump connector. Run engine until it stalls to relieve fuel line pressure.
FUEL INJECTORS
Removal
Relieve fuel system pressure. On Capri, remove throttle body. On Festiva, remove intake plenum. See INTAKE PLENUM. Remove fuel inlet
and fuel return line from fuel rail. Remove electrical connectors from injectors. Remove pressure regulator. See Fig. 4
. Remove fuel rail
attaching bolts and fuel rail. Remove fuel injectors.
Installation
Install NEW "O" rings on fuel injectors and lubricate with gasoline. Install fuel injectors into cylinder head. Install fuel rail onto fuel injectors.
Install fuel rail attaching bolts. To complete installation, reverse removal procedure. Check system for leaks.

Fig. 4: Exploded View of Fuel Control System

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
FUEL PUMP
Removal
Remove fuel tank sending unit. Remove fuel filter from pump. Remove fuel pump wires from sending unit. Remove retaining clamp screw and
clamp. Remove rubber retaining band (if equipped). Remove fuel pump from sending unit.
Installation
To install, reverse removal procedure. Check system for leaks.
INTAKE PLENUM WARNING:ALWAYS relieve fuel pressure before disconnecting any fuel injection-related com ponent. DO NOT
allow fuel to contact engine or electrical com ponents.
WARNING:ALWAYS relieve fuel pressure before disconnecting any fuel-related com ponent. DO NOT allow fuel to
contact engine or electrical com ponents.
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VANE AIRFLOW (VAF) METER
Removal
1. Disconnect negative battery cable. On Capri, disconnect primary and secondary wires from coil. On Festiva, disconnect VAF wire
harness connector. Remove air duct.
2. On Capri, remove retaining bolt and ground wire from air cleaner cover. Remove air cleaner cover bolts and air cleaner cover. From
inside of air cleaner cover, remove VAF meter retaining nuts. On Festiva, remove attaching bolt and 4 nuts. Remove vane airflow met er.
Installation
To install, reverse removal procedure. Position new gasket over VAF mounting studs. Tighten bolts and nuts to specification, see TORQUE
SPECIFICATIONS at end of article.
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS NOTE:For all on-vehicle adjustm ents not covered in this article, see ADJUST MENT S article in the ENGINE
PERFORMANCE Section.
ApplicationFt. Lbs. (N.m)
Coolant By-Pass Tube Outlet-To-Water Pump Bolts14-19 (19-26)
Distributor Mounting Bolts14-19 (19-26)
Exhaust Manifold Retaining Nuts29-42 (39-57)
Exhaust Pipe Nuts18-25 (24-34)
Fuel Line-To-Fuel Filter Bolt18-25 (24-34)
Fuel Pressure Regulator Nut(1)
Fuel Rail Retaining Bolt14-19 (19-26)
Heat Shield Bolts14-19 (19-26)
Intake Plenum Bolts/Nuts11-16 (15-22)
Oil Supply Line-To-Turbocharger Bolt12-17 (16-23)
Oxygen Sensor(1)
Power Steering Pump Bracket-To-Engine Bolts/Nut35-48 (47-65)
Throttle Body Bolt/Nuts12-17 (16-23)
Turbocharger Support Bracket Bolts32-45 (43-61)
Turbocharger-To-Exhaust Manifold Nuts20-25 (27-34)
INCH Lbs. (N.m)
Barometric Pressure (BP) Sensor Nut54-84 (6-9)
MAP Sensor Nuts54-84 (6-9)
Oil Supply Line-To-Engine Block Bolt104-156 (12-18)
Vane Airflow Meter Nuts110-152 (12-18)
(1)Information not available from manufacturer.
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C - SPECIFICATIONS
1991 ENGINE PERFORMANCE Ford/Mercury - Service & Adjustm ent Specifications
INTRODUCTION
Use this article to quickly find specifications related to servicing and on-vehicle adjustments. This is a quick-reference article to use when you
are familiar with an adjustment procedure and only need a specification.
CAPACITIES
BATTERY SPECIFICATIONS
FLUID CAPACITIES
FLUID CAPACITIES
QUICK-SERVICE
SERVICE INTERVALS & SPECIFICATIONS
REPLACEMENT INTERVALS
BELT ADJUSTMENTS
(1)
BELT ADJUSTMENTS
(1)
MECHANICAL CHECKS
ENGINE COMPRESSION
Check engine compression at specified cranking speed with engine at normal operating temperature, all spark plugs removed and throttle wide
open.
COMPRESSION SPECIFICATIONS
ApplicationAmp Hr. Rating
1.3L & 1.6L50
ApplicationQts. (L)
Crankcase (Includes Filter)3.6 (3.4)
Cooling System (Includes Heater)5.3 (5.0)
Manual Transaxle (Mercon)2.6 (2.5)
Automatic Transaxle (Mercon)6.0 (5.7)
ApplicationQts. (L)
Crankcase (Includes Filter)
Non-Turbo3.5 (3.3)
Turbo3.7 (3.5)
Cooling System (Includes Heater)
Non-Turbo5.3 (5.0)
Turbo6.3 (6.0)
Manual Transaxle (Mercon)3.4 (3.2)
Automatic Transaxle (Mercon)6.0 (5.7)
ComponentInterval (Miles)
Air Filter30,000
Camsh aft Timin g Bel t60,000
Coolant30,000
Oil & Filter3000
Spark Plugs30,000
ApplicationNew BeltUsed Belt
A/C Belt110-125 (50-57)92-110 (42-50)
Alternator Belt110-132 (50-60)95-110 (43-50)
(1)Tension in Lbs. (Kg) Using Strand Tension Gauge
ApplicationNew BeltUsed Belt
A/C Belt110-132 (50-60)110-132 (50-60)
Alternator Belt110-132 (50-60)110-132 (50-60)
(1)Tension in Lbs. (Kg) Using Strand Tension Gauge.
ApplicationSpecification
Compression Ratio
1.3L9.7:1
1.6L(1)
Compression Pressure(2)
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