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Valve Cover - LH: Installation

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  1. Apply instant gel adhesive completely around the gasket groove in the valve cover and install the new valve cover gasket.
    2. NOTE: If the valve cover is not secured within 4 minutes, the sealant must be removed and the sealing area cleaned with silicone gasket remover and metal surface prep. Follow the directions on the packaging. Allow to dry until there is no sign of wetness, or 4 minutes, whichever is longer. Failure to follow this procedure can cause future oil leakage.
    Fig 1: Applying Bead Of Silicone Gasket And Sealant In 2 Places Where Engine Front Cover Meets Cylinder Head
    G03947580Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Apply a bead of silicone gasket and sealant in 2 places where the engine front cover meets the cylinder head.
  3. Install the valve cover and the 5 stud bolts and 6 bolts.
    • Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in) in the sequence shown.
    Fig 2: Installing Valve Cover And 5 Stud Bolts And 6 Bolts
    G03962371Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Connect the 3 engine wiring harness retainers.
  5. Install the EGR system module-to-exhaust manifold tube.
    • Tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
  6. Position the crankcase ventilation tube and connect the quick connect coupling. For additional information, refer to FUEL SYSTEM-GENERAL INFORMATION .
  7. Position the oil level indicator and install the bolt.
    • Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
  8. Position the power steering reservoir and support bracket assembly and install the 2 power steering reservoir support bracket-to-cylinder head bolts.
    • Tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
  9. Install the power steering reservoir support bracket-to-intake manifold bolt.
    • Tighten to 11 Nm (8 lb-in).
  10. Connect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES .
  11. Install the air cleaner outlet pipe and the air cleaner assembly. For additional information, refer to INTAKE AIR DISTRIBUTION & FILTERING .
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