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Removal and Installation

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  1. Remove the valve covers. For additional information, refer to VALVE COVER RH .
  2. Remove the rocker arms.
    Fig 1: Removing Rocker Arms
    G03274048Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    3. NOTE: Install an air line with an adapter in the spark plug hole and turn on the air supply. If the air pressure fails to hold the valve(s) closed while performing the following steps, valve or valve seat damage is indicated and the cylinder head must be removed.
    Fig 2: Removing Valve Spring Retainer Keys
    G03274049Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Using a valve spring compressor, remove the valve spring retainer keys.
  4. Remove the valve spring retainer.
    Fig 3: Removing Valve Spring Retainer
    G03274050Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Remove the valve spring. Refer to ENGINE SYSTEM-GENERAL INFORMATION for component tests for the valve spring.
    Fig 4: Removing Valve Spring
    G03274051Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Remove the valve stem seal.
    Fig 5: Removing Valve Stem Seal
    G03274052Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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