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Valve Cover - RH: Removal

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  1. Remove the RH ignition coils. For additional information, refer to ENGINE IGNITION - 5.4L AND 6.8L (3V) .
  2. If equipped, remove the automatic transmission filler tube. For additional information, refer to AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION - TORQSHIFT .
  3. Remove the throttle body (TB) adapter. For additional information, refer to FUEL CHARGING & CONTROLS - 6.8L (3V) .
  4. Remove the generator. For additional information, refer to GENERATOR AND REGULATOR .
  5. Remove the cooling fan shroud. For additional information, refer to ENGINE COOLING .
  6. Install the special tools.
    Fig 1: Identifying Special Engine Support Tools
    G04647876Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    7. CAUTION: Only use hand tools when removing the transmission mount-to-crossmember nuts or damage to the transmission mount can occur.
    Fig 2: Identifying Transmission Mount-To-Crossmember Nuts
    G03963913Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Loosen the transmission mount-to-crossmember nuts.
    8. CAUTION: Only use hand tools when installing the RH engine mount nut or damage to the engine mount can occur.
    NOTE: RH shown, LH similar.
    Fig 3: Identifying Engine Mount Nuts
    G03920590Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Remove the 3 RH engine mount nuts and loosen the 3 LH engine mount nuts.
  9. Remove the 4 exhaust manifold-to-catalytic converter nuts.
    Fig 4: Locating Exhaust Manifold-To-Pipe Nuts
    G03920889Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  10. Disconnect the quick connect couplings and remove the evaporative emissions (EVAP) tube. For additional information, refer to FUEL SYSTEM-GENERAL INFORMATION - GASOLINE AND DIESEL .
    Fig 5: Locating Evaporative Emissions (EVAP) Tube Couplings
    G04647578Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  11. Disconnect the engine wiring harness retainers from the valve cover and position aside.
    Fig 6: Locating Engine Wiring Harness Retainers
    G04647579Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  12. Disconnect the quick connect coupling and remove the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) tube from the valve cover. For additional information, refer to FUEL SYSTEM-GENERAL INFORMATION - GASOLINE AND DIESEL .
  13. Using the special tools, raise the engine.
    Fig 7: Identifying Special Engine Support Tools
    G04647876Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    14. CAUTION: Do not use metal scrapers, wire brushes, power abrasive discs or other abrasive means to clean the sealing surfaces. These tools cause scratches and gouges which make leak paths. Use a plastic scraping tool to remove all traces of old sealant.
    NOTE: The bolts are part of the valve cover and should not be removed.
  14. Loosen the 16 fasteners in the sequence shown and remove the RH valve cover and gasket.
    • Clean the valve cover mating surface of the cylinder head with silicone gasket remover and metal surface prep. Follow the directions on the packaging.
    • Discard the valve cover gasket. Clean the valve cover gasket groove with soap and water or a suitable solvent.
      Fig 8: Identifying Valve Cover Fasteners Loosening/Tightening Sequence
      G03920595Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
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