Cylinder Head: Assembly

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All cylinder heads

NOTE: Lubricate the valve stem seal with clean engine oil prior to installation.

Fig 1: Identifying Valve Stem Oil Seal Installer

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Using the Valve Stem Oil Seal Installer, install a new valve stem seal.
Install the valve.
Using the Valve Spring Compressors, install the valve spring, retainer and key.

Fig 2: Identifying Valve Spring Compressors
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Repeat the above steps for each valve.
RH cylinder head
Install a new CHT sensor.
- Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).