DNA Motoring OEM-ITM-004 5.4L V8 Engine
Our OEM-ITM-004 remanufactured 5.4L V8 engine brings your Ford truck or SUV back to factory performance standards. Each long block undergoes precision machining, re-boring, and honing to restore cylinder tolerances to OE specifications.
We build the DNA Motoring OEM-ITM-004 5.4L V8 engine with brand-new pistons, rings, bearings, and timing components, ensuring reliability that matches or exceeds the original powerplant. This complete assembly arrives ready for installation with all internal components balanced and tested.
Designed for Ford F-150, F-250, and Expedition models from 2004-2010, our remanufactured 5.4L delivers 300 horsepower and proven three-valve performance. Every engine passes compression testing and leak-down inspection before shipment to guarantee trouble-free startup.
Engine specifications & build details
Remanufacturing Process & Quality Standards
Every DNA Motoring OEM-ITM-004 5.4L V8 engine begins with a complete teardown and inspection of the original block and heads. We magnaflux all castings to detect hairline cracks, then re-bore cylinders using precision CNC equipment that holds tolerances within 0.0005 inches.
New piston rings receive a plateau hone finish that accelerates break-in and reduces oil consumption during the first 500 miles. We install oversized pistons matched to the new bore diameter, ensuring proper compression and combustion chamber sealing.
Ford Vehicle Compatibility & Mounting
The DNA Motoring OEM-ITM-004 5.4L V8 engine directly replaces factory powerplants in 2004-2010 Ford F-150 trucks equipped with the three-valve Triton engine. This same long block fits F-250 Super Duty, Expedition, and Navigator models sharing the VIN code “5” eighth-digit engine designation.
All factory accessory brackets, motor mounts, and bell housing bolt patterns align with OE specifications, allowing you to transfer your existing alternator, power steering pump, and transmission. The engine arrives without external accessories, letting you reuse proven components from your original setup.
What’s Included With Your Engine
Your OEM-ITM-004 ships as a complete long block with cylinder heads, camshafts, valvetrain, and timing assembly pre-installed. We include new head bolts torque-to-yield fasteners, oil pump, and front cover with integrated water pump mounting surface.
The package does not include external accessories like the intake manifold, fuel rails, ignition coils, or throttle body—components you’ll transfer from your original engine. This approach reduces cost while allowing you to reuse serviceable parts that rarely fail.
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OEM-ITM-004 Engine Buyer Questions
Yes, we back the DNA Motoring OEM-ITM-004 5.4L V8 engine with a limited warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship. Coverage terms vary by seller, so verify specific warranty duration and mileage limits before purchase.
The warranty typically covers internal engine components including the block, heads, crankshaft, camshafts, pistons, and timing assembly. External accessories you transfer from your original engine are not covered under this warranty.
No, the OEM-ITM-004 is specifically engineered for three-valve 5.4L applications from 2004-2010. Three-valve engines use different cylinder heads, camshafts, and timing configurations that are not interchangeable with earlier two-valve designs.
Check your vehicle’s eighth VIN digit—a “5” indicates three-valve configuration compatible with this engine. Two-valve engines show different codes and require a different replacement long block designed for that specific architecture.
You’ll reuse your existing intake manifold, fuel injection system, ignition coils, throttle body, alternator, power steering pump, A/C compressor, and all wiring harnesses. The OEM-ITM-004 arrives as a long block without these external components.
This design reduces cost and allows you to keep proven accessories that rarely fail. Inspect all gaskets and seals during transfer, replacing any that show wear or deterioration to prevent leaks after installation.
The critical break-in period lasts approximately 500 miles, during which piston rings seat against cylinder walls and bearing surfaces establish proper oil film. Vary your engine speed and avoid sustained high RPM or heavy loads during this initial period.
After 500 miles, drain the break-in oil and replace it with conventional 5W-20 motor oil meeting Ford WSS-M2C930-A specification. You can then resume normal driving including towing and highway speeds while continuing to monitor oil consumption and pressure.
The DNA Motoring OEM-ITM-004 5.4L V8 engine is built to OE specifications for stock replacement applications. While the block and internals are durable, we do not engineer or test this assembly for supercharger or turbocharger installations that exceed factory boost levels.
If you plan forced induction or significant horsepower increases, consider upgrading to forged pistons, stronger connecting rods, and ARP head studs beyond what’s included in this standard remanufactured package.
The OEM-ITM-004 maintains Ford’s factory 9.8:1 compression ratio specification for three-valve 5.4L engines. This ratio balances power output with pump gasoline compatibility and emissions compliance across all 50 states.
Piston dome design and combustion chamber volume match original equipment specifications, allowing the engine to run safely on 87-octane regular unleaded fuel. Premium fuel is not required for normal operation.
The OEM-ITM-004 long block weighs approximately 500 pounds without external accessories. Shipping weight including crate and protective packaging totals around 600 pounds, requiring freight delivery in most cases.
Plan for liftgate service if you don’t have loading dock access at your delivery address. The engine arrives on a pallet with the crankshaft secured and all openings sealed to prevent contamination during transit.