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Removal and Installation

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  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING -- ESCAPE, ESCAPE HYBRID, MARINER & MARINER HYBRID .
  2. Remove the LH and RH valve covers. For additional information, refer to VALVE COVER - LH  and VALVE COVER - RH .
  3. Remove the LH and RH spark plugs. For additional information, refer to SPARK PLUGS .
  4. Remove the RH splash shield.
    • To install, tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
  5. Rotate the crankshaft until the camshaft lobe is pointing directly away from the roller follower.
  6. Using the Valve Spring Compressor, remove the roller followers.
    Fig 1: Identifying Valve Spring Compressor
    G06389365Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    7. NOTE: Lubricate the camshaft followers with clean engine oil.
  7. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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