Valve Cover: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Ford Ranger. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES .
Remove the intake manifold assembly. For additional information, refer to INTAKE MANIFOLD .
Position aside the cylinder head temperature (CHT) sensor boot.

Fig 1: Positioning Aside CHT Sensor Boot
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Disconnect the CHT sensor electrical connector.

Fig 2: Disconnecting CHT Sensor Electrical Connector
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Disconnect the engine wiring harness from the valve cover studs.

Fig 3: Disconnecting Engine Wiring Harness From Valve Cover Studs
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Disconnect the spark plug wires from the spark plugs. For additional information, refer to ENGINE IGNITION - 2.3L .
Disconnect the ignition coil electrical connector.

Fig 4: Disconnecting Ignition Coil Electrical Connector
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Remove the bolts and the ignition coil.

Fig 5: Removing Ignition Coil
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Disconnect the camshaft position sensor electrical connector.

Fig 6: Disconnecting Camshaft Position Sensor Electrical Connector
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Remove the camshaft position sensor.

Fig 7: Removing Camshaft Position Sensor
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Remove the crankcase ventilation tube.

Fig 8: Removing Crankcase Ventilation Tube
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Remove the bolts and the valve cover.

Fig 9: Removing Valve Cover
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Remove the valve cover gaskets, if necessary.

Fig 10: Removing Valve Cover Gaskets
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CAUTION: Do not use metal scrapers, wire brushes, power abrasive discs or other abrasive means to clean the sealing surfaces. These tools cause scratches and gouges which make leak paths.

Clean and inspect the sealing surfaces.