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Cylinder Head: Disassembly

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All cylinder heads 

  1. Remove the 2 bolts and the exhaust manifold heat shield.
  2. Remove the 6 nuts and the exhaust manifold.
    • Discard the nuts and gasket.
  3. Clean and inspect the exhaust manifold. For additional information, refer to ENGINE SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION .
  4. Remove and discard the 6 exhaust manifold studs.
  5. Remove the timing chain guide pin.
  6. NOTE: If the components are to be reinstalled, they must be installed in the same positions. Mark the components for installation into their original locations.

    Using the Valve Spring Compressors, remove the keys, retainer and spring.

    Fig 1: Removing/Installing Keys, Retainer And Spring Using Valve Spring Compressors
    G07959176Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Remove the valve from the cylinder head.
  8. Remove and discard the valve stem seal.
  9. Repeat the above steps for each valve.

    RH cylinder head 

  10. Remove the timing chain tensioner arm pin.
  11. Remove and discard the Cylinder Head Temperature (CHT) sensor.
    Fig 2: Locating Cylinder Head Temperature (CHT) Sensor
    G07960114Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.