Valve Seals: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Ford Pickup and 2012 Ford Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Position a new valve seal onto the valve stem.
- Using a valve stem oil seal installer, install the new valve seal.
- Using a valve spring compressor, install the valve spring, the valve spring retainer and the valve spring retainer keys.
- Relieve the air pressure from the cylinder.
- Install the lower spark plug. For additional information, refer to ENGINE IGNITION - 6.2L (2V) .
- Install the rocker arm shaft assembly onto the cylinder head being serviced. For additional information, refer to Rocker Arm .
NOTE:
Lubricate the valve seal and valve stem with clean engine oil prior to installation.
NOTE:
If the components are to be reinstalled, they must be installed in the same positions. Failure to follow this instruction may result in engine damage.