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Valve Springs: Installation

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  1. Position the valve spring and the valve spring retainers.
  2. Install the Valve Spring Compressor Spacer between the valve spring coils to prevent valve stem seal damage.
    3. Fig 1: Installing Special Tool Between Valve Spring Coils
    G03962476Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Use the Valve Spring Compressor to compress the valve spring. Install the valve spring retainer keys.
    4. Fig 2: Installing Valve Spring Retainer Keys
    GF0013581Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Remove the Valve Spring Compressor and Valve Spring Compressor Spacer.
  5. Install the camshaft roller followers. For additional information, refer to Camshaft Roller Follower .
  6. Install the spark plugs. For additional information, refer to ENGINE IGNITION - 4.6L (2V) article.
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