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Item 6-7: LH Valve Cover Removal Note

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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 that make leak paths. Use a plastic scraping tool to remove all traces of old sealant.
  1. Clean and inspect the valve cover mating surface of the cylinder head with metal surface cleaner.
  2. Inspect the valve cover gasket. If the gasket is damaged, remove and discard the gasket. Clean the valve cover gasket groove with soap and water or a suitable solvent.
    Fig 1: Checking Valve Cover Gasket
    G03181084Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
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