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Mercury 8L3Z-6049-A Cylinder Head Assembly

2008 Mercury Mountaineer 8L3Z6049A

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Ford 8L3Z-6049-A Cylinder Head Assembly
  • Part Description
    Cylinder Head Assy
  • Position
    Driver Side
  • Replaced By
    9L3Z-6049-HA
  • Manufacturer
    Ford
  • Manufacturer's Notes
    This part is discontinued.
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  • Product Specifications

    BrandGenuine Mercury
    Manufacturer Part Number8L3Z-6049-A, 8L3Z6049A
    Part DescriptionCylinder Head Assy
    Item Dimensions12.2 x 3.3 x 1.4 inches
    Item Weight54.60 Pounds
    PositionDriver Side
    ConditionNew
    Fitment TypeDirect Replacement
    ManufacturerFord
    SKU8L3Z-6049-A
    WarrantyThis genuine Ford part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
    Shipping & ReturnShipping Policy Return Policy
    Warning: California’s Proposition 65
  • Vehicle Fitment

    Year Make Model Engine Important vehicle option details
    2008 Mercury Mountaineer8 Cyl 4.6L5-Speed Automatic Transmission 5R55S, 5-Speed Automatic Transmission 5R55W, 5-Speed Manual Transmission (M5R4), 6-Speed Automatic Transmission (6R80), 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6R60, Four-Wheel Drive (Full Time) (Left Hand Drive), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Right Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
  • Customer Questions & Expert Answers

    Q:
    I am wondering if this is the exact part that fits in Posted by FordPartsGiant Specialist
    A:
    You can Select Your Vehicle to check if 8L3Z-6049-A fits your vehicle.
    Posted by FordPartsGiant Specialist
    Q:
    How should the new gasket(s) be positioned for the 2012 Ford F-150? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Position the new gasket(s) over the dowel pins in the engine block, ensuring it's facing the right way. If the cylinder head is to be replaced, a new secondary timing chain tensioner will be required.
    Posted by FordPartsGiant Specialist
    Q:
    Can the cylinder heads be removed with other components in place for the 2001 Lincoln Navigator? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Yes, the cylinder heads can be removed with the camshafts, rocker arms, and lash adjusters in place.
    Posted by FordPartsGiant Specialist
    Q:
    What is commonly available for most engines at dealerships and auto parts stores for the 1998 Lincoln Navigator? Posted by Customer
    A:
    New and rebuilt cylinder heads.
    Posted by FordPartsGiant Specialist
    Q:
    What is the final step in the reassembly process for the 2000 Lincoln Navigator? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Apply moly-base grease to the rocker arm faces and the fulcrums, then install the rocker arms and fulcrums on the cylinder head studs.
    Posted by FordPartsGiant Specialist
    Q:
    What should be done if resistance is felt when lifting the cylinder head(s) for the 2003 Lincoln Navigator? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Do not pry between the cylinder head and engine block. Instead, use a wood block and hammer or a prybar against a casting protrusion to dislodge the cylinder head.
    Posted by FordPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    How can deposits in various holes be removed for the 2008 Lincoln Navigator? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Run a stiff wire brush through the various holes to remove deposits that may have formed in them.
    Posted by FordPartsGiant Specialist
    Q:
    What caution should be taken regarding shimming the springs for the 2002 Ford Expedition? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Don't, under any circumstances, shim the springs to the point where the installed height is less than specified.
    Posted by FordPartsGiant Specialist
    Q:
    What precautions should be taken when storing the cylinder heads for the 2003 Ford Expedition? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Store the cylinder heads on blocks of wood to prevent damage to the gasket sealing surfaces and avoid sliding them across surfaces to prevent gouging.
    Posted by FordPartsGiant Specialist
    Q:
    What should be noted before removing the cylinder head gasket(s) for the 2003 Ford Expedition? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Note which gasket goes on which side, as they are different and cannot be interchanged.
    Posted by FordPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What should be done to the threaded holes for the 2003 Ford Expedition? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Run an appropriate-size tap into each of the threaded holes to remove corrosion and thread sealant. If compressed air is available, use it to clear the holes of debris.
    Posted by FordPartsGiant Specialist
    Q:
    What is a potential issue with machine shops regarding cylinder heads for the 2005 Ford Expedition? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Most machine shops will not have a core set of heads unless the vehicle has been on the market for close to five years, meaning you may have to wait for the rebuilding work to be completed on your heads.
    Posted by FordPartsGiant Specialist
    Q:
    What should be checked on the engine block and cylinder head mating surfaces for the 2008 Ford F-150? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Check for nicks, deep scratches, and other damage on the mating surfaces.
    Posted by FordPartsGiant Specialist
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    Q:
    What should be done before installing the new cylinder head bolts for the 2009 Ford F-150? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Lightly oil the threads of the new cylinder head bolts.
    Posted by FordPartsGiant Specialist
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