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All valve seals

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    NOTE: Lubricate the valve seal and valve stem with clean engine oil prior to installation.
  1. Position a new valve seal onto the valve stem.
  2. Using the special tool, install the new valve seal.
    Fig 1: Installing Valve Seal Using Special Tool
    G03920082Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. CAUTION: If the components are to be reinstalled, they must be installed into their original locations.
    Fig 2: Compressing Valve Spring With Special Tool
    G03920063Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Using the special tool, install the valve spring, the valve spring retainer and the valve spring retainer keys.
  5. Relieve the air pressure from the cylinder.
  6. CAUTION: If the components are to be reinstalled, they must be installed into their original locations.
    NOTE: Lubricate the camshaft roller followers with clean engine oil prior to installation.
    Fig 3: Identifying Special Tool For Removing/Installing Camshaft Roller Followers
    G03919946Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Using the special tool, compress the valve spring and install the camshaft roller follower.
  8. Install the spark plug. For additional information, refer to ENGINE IGNITION - 5.4L AND 6.8L (3V) article.