Lesson 3: powertrain – FORD FCSD TECHNICAL TRAINING FCS-14000-DL User Manual

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LESSON 3: POWERTRAIN

Locking Pin

The locking pin locks the camshaft in a fully advanced position when the engine is off.

The pin locks the phaser to the camshaft during startup.

After startup, oil pressure at the VCT assembly will unlock this pin, allowing VCT operation to resume.

– Makes it easier to start engine.

– Reduces noise on startup.

VCT does not control valve timing until the oil temperature reaches 32

°

F (0

°

C).

2005 Expedition/Navigator New Model Technician Training

02-SEP-04

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