Rocker Arm Cover, Rocker Arm And Push Rod: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Ford RV Cutaway, 2003 Ford Econoline, 2003 Ford E550 Super Duty, 2003 Ford E450 Super Duty, and 2003 Ford Cutaway. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the valve cover. For additional information, refer to VALVE COVER LH or VALVE COVER - RIGHT .
Disconnect the AC compressor electrical connector.
Raise and support the vehicle.

NOTE: The left-hand engine mount isolator must be removed to provide the clearance required to remove the right side push rods from the engine.

NOTE: The mounting nuts on the right side engine mount must be removed to allow the engine to pivot while it is being lifted.

NOTE: The engine must be raised in order to provide the clearance to remove the engine mount isolator.

Fig 1: Removing Left-Hand Engine Mount Isolator

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Remove the left-hand engine mount isolator.
1. Remove the nuts.
2. Remove the two mounting bolts.
3. Using the special tool, raise the engine and remove the isolator.
Lower the engine until the oil pan rests on the crossmember. Remove the special tool and lower the vehicle.
Remove the 16 rocker arm bolts, the eight rocker arm assemblies, and the push rods.

Fig 2: Removing Rocker Arm Assemblies And Push Rods
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NOTE: Be careful when removing the rocker arm snap retaining clip. Do not lose the rocker arm steel ball.

Fig 3: Removing Snap Retaining Clip

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Remove the snap retaining clip.
Remove the rocker arm pedestal from the rocker arm.

Fig 4: Removing Rocker Arm Pedestal From Rocker Arm
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Remove the steel ball from the rocker arm.

Fig 5: Removing Steel Ball From Rocker Arm
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