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Items 9-7: RH Valve Cover, Bolts and Studs Installation Note

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    NOTE: If the valve cover is not secured within four minutes, the sealant must be removed and the sealing area cleaned with metal surface cleaner. Failure to follow this procedure can cause future oil leakage.
    Fig 1: Identifying Silicone Application
    G03181093Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  1. Apply the silicone gasket and sealant in two places where the engine front cover meets the cylinder head.
  2. Tighten the valve cover bolts in the sequence shown.
    Fig 2: Tightening Valve Cover Bolts In Sequence
    G03181094Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Connect the RH engine wiring harness retainers to the valve cover studs.
    Fig 3: Connecting RH Engine Wiring Harness Retainers
    G03181095Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
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