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Removal and Installation

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  1. Remove the LH and RH valve covers. For additional information, refer to VALVE COVER LH  and VALVE COVER RH .
    2. NOTE: LH shown, RH similar.
    Fig 1: Removing LH And RH Spark Plugs
    G01592832Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Remove the LH and RH spark plugs.
  3. Remover the RH front wheel.
  4. Remove the screws, the pin-type retainers, and the RH front inner fender splash shield.
    Fig 2: Removing Screws, Pin-Type Retainers, And RH Front Inner Fender Splash Shield
    G01592833Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Rotate the crankshaft until the camshaft lobe is pointing directly away from the follower.
  6. Using the special tool, remove the follower.
    Fig 3: Removing Follower
    G01592834Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
    • Lubricate the camshaft followers with clean engine oil.
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