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Valve Cover RH: Removal

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  1. Remove the upper intake manifold. For additional information, refer to UPPER INTAKE MANIFOLD .
    2. CAUTION: When removing the coil-on-plugs, a slight twisting motion will break the seal and ease removal.
    Fig 1: Removing 3 RH Coil-On-Plugs
    G03429674Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Remove the three RH coil-on-plugs.
    1. Disconnect the electrical connectors.
    2. Remove the bolts.
    3. Remove the coils.
  3. Remove the wiring harness nuts and disconnect the oxygen sensor electrical connectors.
    Fig 2: Removing Wiring Harness Nuts
    G03429675Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Remove the radio ignition interference capacitor.
    Fig 3: Removing Radio Ignition Interference Capacitor
    G03429676Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Separate the harness from the center locating pins and position aside.
    Fig 4: Separating Harness From Center Locating Pins
    G03429677Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Disconnect the crankcase ventilation tube from the valve cover.
    Fig 5: Disconnecting Crankcase Ventilation Tube From Valve Cover
    G03429678Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Remove the bolts, studs and the RH valve cover.
    • Remove and discard the gasket.
    Fig 6: Removing Bolts & Studs
    G03429679Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
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