LEMON Manuals: Even more car manuals for everyone
Home >> Ford >> 2000 >> Contour SE, 2.5 L, Standard >> Repair and Diagnosis >> External Pages >> Different car >> Section 589 (Engine 4.6 & 5.4L) >> In-Vehicle Repair >> Valve Cover RH - 5.4L >> Installation

Valve Cover RH - 5.4L: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Ford Econoline. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. If a new gasket is being installed, apply instant adhesive completely around the gasket groove in the valve cover. Install the new valve cover gasket.
    Fig 1: Installing Valve Cover Gasket
    G02762804Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    2. NOTE: If not secured within four minutes, the sealant must be removed and the sealing area cleaned. To clean the sealing area, use silicone gasket remover and metal surface prep. Follow the directions on the packaging. Failure to follow this procedure can cause future oil leakage.
    Fig 2: Applying Bead Of Silicone Gasket And Sealant In Engine Front Cover
    G02762805Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Apply a bead of silicone gasket and sealant in two places where the engine front cover meets the cylinder head.
  3. Position the valve cover on the cylinder head and loosely install the bolts.
    Fig 3: Installing Bolts
    G02762806Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Tighten the bolts in the sequence shown.
    Fig 4: Valve Cover Bolt Tightening Sequence
    G02762807Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Position the fuel charging wiring on the engine.
  6. Install the RH ignition coils. For additional information, refer to ENGINE IGNITION-4.6L & 5.4L (2V) .
  7. Connect the RH fuel injector connectors.
    Fig 5: Connecting RH Fuel Injector Connectors
    G02762808Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Position the fuel charging wiring on the valve cover studs.
    Fig 6: Positioning Fuel Charging Wiring On Valve Cover Studs
    G02762809Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. Connect the A/C compressor and the crankshaft position sensor electrical connectors.
    Fig 7: Connecting A/C Compressor And Crankshaft Position Sensor Electrical Connectors
    G02762810Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  10. Install the bracket and ground strap.
    Fig 8: Installing Bracket And Ground Strap
    G02762811Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  11. Install the engine wiring harness connectors on the bracket.
    Fig 9: Installing Engine Wiring Harness Connectors On Bracket
    G02762812Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  12. Connect the engine wiring harness connectors.
    Fig 10: Connecting Engine Wiring Harness Connectors
    G02762813Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  13. Connect the radio ignition interference capacitors.
    Fig 11: Connecting Radio Ignition Interference Capacitors
    G02762814Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  14. Install the crankcase ventilation tube.
    Fig 12: Installing Crankcase Ventilation Tube
    G02762815Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  15. Connect the oil fill tube.
    Fig 13: Connecting Oil Fill Tube
    G02762816Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  16. Install the interior engine cover. For additional information, refer to INTERIOR TRIM AND ORNAMENTATION .
  17. Install the air cleaner outlet pipe and the engine air cleaner. For additional information, refer to INTAKE AIR DISTRIBUTION & FILTERING .
  18. Connect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES .
scientia non olet · About LEMON Manuals