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WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Lincoln Mark LT and 2007 Ford Pickup. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: If the valve cover is not secured within 4 minutes, the sealant must be removed and the sealing area cleaned with silicone gasket remover and metal surface prep. Follow the directions on the packaging. Allow to dry until there is no sign of wetness, or 4 minutes, whichever is longer. Failure to follow this procedure can cause future oil leakage.

Fig 1: Applying Bead Of Silicone Gasket And Sealant In 2 Places Where Engine Front Cover Meets Cylinder Head

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Apply a bead of silicone gasket and sealant in 2 places where the engine front cover meets the cylinder head.

Position the intake manifold vacuum tube assembly onto the support bracket and the valve cover stud.
Connect the VCT solenoid electrical connector and the wiring harness retainers.
Connect the radio ignition interference capacitor electrical connector.
Position the PCV tube and connect the quick connect couplings. For additional information, refer to FUEL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION article.
Connect the intake manifold vacuum tube hose to the brake booster.
Position the power steering reservoir and bracket assembly and install the bolt.
- Tighten to 25 N.m (18 lb-ft).
Install the power steering reservoir and bracket assembly nut.
- Tighten to 10 N.m (89 lb-in).
Install the oil level indicator and tube. For additional information, refer to Oil Level Indicator and Tube in this article.
Install the LH ignition coils. For additional information, refer to ENGINE IGNITION - 5.4L (3V) article.
Install the air cleaner intake pipe. For additional information, refer to INTAKE AIR DISTRIBUTION AND FILTERING article.