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Valve Springs: Installation

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  1. Position the valve spring and the valve spring retainers.
    Fig 1: Positioning Valve Spring And Valve Spring Retainers
    G02770596Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Install the special tool between the valve spring coils to prevent valve stem seal damage.
    Fig 2: Installing Special Tool Between Valve Spring Coils
    G02770597Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Use the special tool to compress the valve spring. Install the valve spring retainer keys.
    Fig 3: Installing Valve Spring Retainer Keys Using Special Tool
    G02770598Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Install the camshaft roller followers. Refer to CAMSHAFT ROLLER FOLLOWER .
  5. Install the spark plug.