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Valve Springs: Installation

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  1. Position the valve spring and the valve spring retainers.
    Fig 1: Installing Valve Spring And Valve Spring Retainers
    G01536405Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Install the special tool between the valve spring coils to prevent valve stem seal damage.
    Fig 2: Installing Special Tool Between Valve Spring Coils
    G01536406Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Use the special tool to compress the valve spring. Install the valve spring retainer keys.
    Fig 3: Compressing Valve Spring
    G01536407Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Install the camshaft roller followers. For additional information, refer to CAMSHAFT ROLLER FOLLOWER .
  5. Install the spark plug.
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