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Cylinder Head: Assembly

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    NOTE: If installing the original valves, make sure the valves are installed in the position from which they were removed. Coat the valve stems with Super Premium SAE 5W-20 Motor Oil or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSS-M2C153-H.
    Fig 1: Installing Valves
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  1. Install the valves.
  2. NOTE: Use the seal protector provided with the replacement kit to prevent damage to the valve stem seals.
    Fig 2: Installing Valve Stem Seals Onto Cylinder Head Valve Guides
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  3. Lubricate valve and guides with Super Premium SAE 5W-20 Motor Oil or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSSM2C153- H and using the special tool install the valve stem seals onto the cylinder head valve guides.
  4. Place the valve spring in position over the valve and install the valve spring retainer.
  5. Using the special tools, compress the valve spring and install the valve spring retainer keys.
    • Remove the special tools.
    Fig 3: Removing Special Tools
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  6. Install the CHT sensor.
    Fig 4: Installing CHT Sensor
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  7. Install the front lifting eye.
    Fig 5: Installing Front Lifting Eye
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  8. Install the rear lifting eye.
    Fig 6: Installing Rear Lifting Eye
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  9. Install the bracket.
    Fig 7: Installing Bracket
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  10. Install the inner timing belt cover.
  11. Install the timing belt tensioner and pulley.
    Fig 8: Installing Inner Timing Belt Cover
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  12. Install the exhaust manifold.
    Fig 9: Installing Exhaust Manifold
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  13. Install the intake manifold.
    Fig 10: Installing Intake Manifold
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  14. Install the ignition coil bracket.
    Fig 11: Installing Ignition Coil Bracket
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  15. Install the camshaft sensor.
    Fig 12: Installing Camshaft Sensor
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