Item 4: LH Valve Cover Studs Removal Note
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mercury Mountaineer and 2004 Ford Explorer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Disconnect the LH engine wiring harness retainers from the valve cover studs.
- Position the left side of the fuel charging wiring harness away from the valve cover.
- Loosen the studs.
NOTE:
There are several kinds of bolts used in fastening the valve cover. The bolts must be installed in their original locations.