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Removal and Installation

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Fig 1: Identifying Valve Cover - LH (1 Of 2)
G03961993Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Fig 2: Identifying Valve Cover - LH (2 Of 2)
G03961994Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  1. Disconnect the crankcase breather hose.
  2. Remove the bolt and position the oil level indicator and tube assembly aside.
  3. Remove the nuts and the engine lifting eye.
    • To install, tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
    4. CAUTION: Spark plug wires must be connected to the correct spark plug. Mark the spark plug wires for assembly reference.
    CAUTION: It is important to twist the spark plug boots while pulling upward to avoid possible damage to the spark plug wires.
    Fig 3: Using Special Tool With Twisting Motion To Disconnect 3 Spark Plug Wires From Spark Plugs
    G03948432Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Using the special tool, with a twisting motion, disconnect the 3 spark plug wires from the spark plugs.
    • To install, lubricate the inside of the spark plug boots with silicone brake caliper grease and dielectric compound.
  5. Disconnect the 2 spark plug wire retainers and position the spark plug wires aside.
  6. Remove the 3 bolts, the 2 stud bolts and the LH valve cover.
    • To install, tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
  7. Remove and discard the LH valve cover gasket.
  8. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
    • Install a new LH valve cover gasket.
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