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Glow Plug Sleeve: Installation

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  1. Verify the glow plug bore is completely clean and dry.
  2. Apply Threadlock 262 sealant to the glow plug sleeve in 2 places.
    3. Fig 1: Applying Sealant To Glow Plug Sleeve
    GF0005992Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Install the glow plug sleeve into the glow plug bore until it bottoms.
    4. Fig 2: Installing Glow Plug Sleeve Into Glow Plug Bore Until Bottoms
    GF0005993Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Clean the glow plug sleeve after installation with a nylon brush and solvent. Make sure Threadlock 262 sealant is cleaned out before it hardens.
  5. Install the press-in-place gasket.
    • Install new dowels in the cylinder head and the press-in-place gasket.
    6. Fig 3: Locating Gasket
    G04519005Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Position the rocker arm carrier on the cylinder head. Install the bolts.
    • Tighten to 62 Nm (46 lb-ft).
    7. Fig 4: Identifying Rocker Arm Carrier Bolts
    GF0005824Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Install the lifting bracket on the cylinder head.
  8. Install the cylinder heads. For additional information, refer to ENGINE - 6.0L DIESEL article.
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