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Camshaft Roller Follower: Removal

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  1. Remove the valve cover (6582). For additional information, refer to VALVE COVER LH , VALVE COVER RH - 4.6L  or VALVE COVER RH - 5.4L .
  2. Position the piston (6108) of the cylinder being repaired at the bottom of the stroke.
    Fig 1: Positioning Piston Of Cylinder At Bottom Of Stroke
    G02762908Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Install the special tool between the valve spring coils to prevent valve stem seal damage.
    Fig 2: Installing Special Tool Between Valve Spring Coils
    G02762909Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Use the special tool to compress the valve springs (6513) and remove the camshaft roller followers.
    Fig 3: Compressing Valve Springs Using Special Tool
    G02762910Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.