Valve Cover LH: Installation

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.

NOTE: Do not clean the valve cover gasket with solvent. Damage to the valve cover gasket may occur.

Fig 1: Cleaning All Mating Surfaces

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Clean all mating surfaces.
If removed, install the valve cover gasket.

Fig 2: Installing Valve Cover Gasket
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NOTE: If the valve cover is not installed within four minutes, remove the sealant and reapply.

Fig 3: Applying Bead Of Silicone Gasket And Sealant In Two Places

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Apply a bead of silicone gasket and sealant in two places where the cylinder head and lower intake manifold meet.
Install the valve cover.
- Position the valve cover.
- Tighten the three bolts and the five stud bolts in the sequence shown.
  
  Fig 4: Valve Cover Bolts Tightening Sequence
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Connect the engine control harness to the valve cover.

Fig 5: Connecting Engine Control Harness To Valve Cover
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Connect the LH spark plug wire holders.

Fig 6: Connecting LH Spark Plug Wire Holders
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Install the upper intake manifold. For additional information, refer to UPPER INTAKE MANIFOLD .