Removal And Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Mariner and 2006 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

1.

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .

2.

Remove the LH and RH valve covers. For additional information, refer to Valve Cover - LH and Valve Cover - RH .

3.

Remove the LH and RH spark plugs. For additional information, refer to ENGINE IGNITION - 3.0L (4V) .

4.

Remove the RH splash shield.
- To install, tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).

5.

Rotate the crankshaft until the camshaft lobe is pointing directly away from the roller follower.

6.

Using the Valve Spring Compressor, remove the roller followers.

GFD15612

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

NOTE: Lubricate the camshaft followers with clean engine oil.

7.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.