Valve Covers: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1997 Ford Ranger, 1997 Ford Explorer, 1996 Ford Ranger, and 1996 Ford Explorer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION: Failure to use NEW valve cover gaskets and valve cover load distribution washers will result in oil leaks.

Clean all gasket surfaces. Position NEW gasket in place. Install valve cover. Install valve cover load distribution washers in their original location. Install valve cover bolts and tighten in crisscross pattern to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS table. To complete installation, reverse removal procedure.