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Removal and Installation

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  1. Remove the LH and RH valve covers. For additional information, refer to VALVE COVER - RH  and VALVE COVER - LH .
  2. Remove the fuel rail. For additional information, refer to FUEL CHARGING AND CONTROLS - 4.0L SOHC .
  3. Remove the cooling fan. For additional information, refer to ENGINE COOLING .
  4. Rotate the crankshaft until the camshaft for the cylinder being serviced is at base circle.
    Fig 1: Identifying Base Circle Position
    G03947421Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    5. NOTE: Mark each camshaft roller follower to make sure it is returned to its original position.
    Fig 2: Removing Camshaft Roller Using Special Tool
    G03947065Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Using the special tool, remove the camshaft roller followers.
    6. NOTE: The camshaft roller followers must be installed in their original positions.
    NOTE: Lubricate the camshaft roller followers with clean engine oil.
  6. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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