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Cylinder Head: Disassembly

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  1. Remove the spark plugs.
    2. NOTE: Mark each hydraulic lash adjuster to make sure it is installed in its original position.
    Fig 1: Locating Hydraulic Lash Adjusters
    GF0000287Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Remove the hydraulic lash adjusters.
    3. NOTE: Keep the valves, valve springs, retainers and retainer keys in order so they can be installed in their original positions.
    Fig 2: Removing Valve Spring Retainer Keys, Valve Spring Retainers And Valve Springs Using Special Tool
    GF0009350Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Using the special tool, remove the valve spring retainer keys, the valve spring and the retainer. Remove the valve.
    • Repeat the procedure until all of the valves are removed.
  4. Remove and discard the valve seals.
    5. NOTE: Mark the position of the camshaft bearing caps so they can be installed in their original positions.
    Fig 3: Identifying Camshaft Bearing Cap Bolts Removal Sequence
    GF0009346Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Remove the bolts in the sequence shown and remove the camshaft bearing caps.
  6. Remove the camshaft.
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