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Valve Cover LH: Removal

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  1. Remove the three nuts and the engine appearance cover.
    Fig 1: Removing Three Nuts & Engine Appearance Cover
    G03429659Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Disconnect the crankcase ventilation tube from the valve cover.
    Fig 2: Disconnecting Crankcase Ventilation Tube From Valve Cover
    G03429660Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    3. CAUTION: When removing the coil-on-plugs, a slight twisting motion will break the seal and ease removal.
    Fig 3: Disconnecting Electrical Connectors & Removing Bolts
    G03429661Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Remove the three LH coil-on-plugs.
    1. Disconnect the electrical connectors.
    2. Remove the bolts.
    3. Remove the coils.
  4. Disconnect the wiring harness from the valve cover studs.
    Fig 4: Disconnecting Wiring Harness From Valve Cover Studs
    G03429662Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Remove the engine lift bracket.
    Fig 5: Removing Engine Lift Bracket
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  6. Position the power steering hose aside.
    • Remove the bolt.
    Fig 6: Removing Bolt
    G03429664Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Remove the bolts, studs and the LH valve cover.
    • Remove and discard the gasket.
    Fig 7: Removing Bolts, Studs & LH Valve Cover
    G03429665Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
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