Does anyone know where I could find a "how to" for removing and replacing a Ford 4.2 V6 engine?


This is for a friend. Thanks for any help.

 

Its gonna depend on what your putting back in.....if its another 4.2 it should be a walk in the park,especially if its the same year model.If your planning to replace it with a different CID engine...that changes the equation.
I figure some additional info is needed......

 

"How to" removing and replacing Ford 4.2L V6,
with Ford 4.2L V6.

Remove bad engine replace with good.

Ford F150 4x4, 1997

Thanks.

 

Considering your just going to replace the engine,most any typical chiltons/haynes manual should suffice.In essence the wiring harness has to be disconnected from the framework,and exhaust system as well.Once these are disconnected,and the fuel system is dis-connected.The primary objective is to find appropriate attaching points for the hoist,and dis-connecting the motor mounts,and tranny bell housing(and torque converter) bolts.You will need an IN-Depth service manual to cover all the "fine points" but if you have the place,and tools,as well as time its a walk in the park.
The "Normal" engine in these trucks(facing forward) are installed just like the "old school" vehicles....I would MUCH rather pull the engine out of my F-150 than pull the engine(which I had to do) out of my Mitsubishi 3000gt(Sideways motor AWD!).
Concerning EXACT instructions on the swap,I cant do it...wish I could assist further.

 

just did this last month on my 97 4.2. like above said get you a $20 manual from an auto parts store, it will save you a lot of headaches. the trans bolts are the hardest to get to. take the top 3 out from the top, not the bottom. you will probably break the manifold to exhaust bolts, I did, only a $20 repair at exhaust shop. this was the first motor I EVER pulled and it was really easy and had it going in less then a week only working on it a couple hrs a day after work each night. I replaced mine with a 3.8 from a 04 Mustang. (way cheaper then a 4.2 and less miles)