Valve Cover - RH: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Ford Pickup, 2011 Ford F550 Super Duty, 2011 Ford F450 Super Duty, and 2011 Ford Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: For EXPORT ONLY vehicles (outside US/Canada) an Export Supplement is provided and should be referenced to identify differences that can impact service procedures. Vehicles can be identified by referring to the underhood Vehicle Emission Control Information (VECI) label which states, "Not certified for US EPA or CARB Regulations".

Remove the EGR cooler. For additional information, refer to EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM article.
Remove the RH fuel injectors, fuel rail supply tube and RH fuel rail. For additional information, refer to FUEL CHARGING AND CONTROLS - 6.7L DIESEL article.
Remove the RH glow plugs. For additional information, refer to GLOW PLUG SYSTEM - 6.7L DIESEL article.
Remove the bolt and disconnect the 2 engine wire harness retainers.
- Pull forward to disconnect the engine wire harness retainer and then pull up to disconnect the other retainer. Position aside the engine wire harness.
Fig 1: Locating Bolt And Engine Wire Harness Retainers
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Disconnect the retainer from the stud bolt and the fuel return hose from the retainer.

Fig 2: Locating Retainer Of Stud Bolt And Fuel Return Hose
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Disconnect the wire retainer from the rear valve cover stud bolt.

Fig 3: Locating Wire Retainer Of Rear Valve Cover Stud Bolt
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NOTE: Mark the location of the fasteners prior to removing the valve cover.

Remove the 16 bolts, 2 stud bolts and the RH valve cover.
- Remove and discard the valve cover gasket.