Section 03-01D: Engine, Diesel, 7.3L
1996 F-Series Workshop Manual
CLEANING AND INSPECTION

Core Plugs — Cup Type

 

Removal

  1. Drill a 13mm (1/2-inch) hole in the center of cup plug to be replaced.

  1. Remove cup plug using a small pry bar.

Installation

  1. Coat the cup plug and/or bore lightly with Stud and Bearing Mount E0AZ-19554-BA or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSK-M2G349-A1.

  1. Install the new cup plug with the concave side away from the engine.

  1. Install cup plug using Expansion Plug Replacer D83T-6015-B or equivalent.