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Spark Plug Tube Seals and Variable Camshaft Timing (VCT) Solenoid Seals: Removal

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NOTE: During engine repair procedures, cleanliness is extremely important. Any foreign material, including any material created while cleaning gasket surfaces, that enters the oil passages, coolant passages or the oil pan, can cause engine failure.

All engines except Boss® 302 

  1. If equipped, remove the 4 nuts and the strut tower cross brace.
    Fig 1: Locating Strut Tower Cross Brace And Nuts
    G07473993Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. NOTE: The engine appearance cover rubber grommets may remain on the cover. If so, remove the grommets from the cover and install them on the intake manifold before installing the cover.

    Remove the engine appearance cover.

    Fig 2: Locating Engine Appearance Cover
    G07473994Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

    Boss® 302 engines 

  3. Remove the 4 nuts and the strut tower cross brace.
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  4. Remove the 2 nuts and the RH engine shield.
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    All engines 

  5. Remove the RH ignition coils. For additional information, refer to ENGINE IGNITION - 5.0L (4V) .
  6. Disconnect the 2 RH Variable Camshaft Timing (VCT) variable force solenoid electrical connectors.
  7. Detach the 9 wiring harness retainers.
  8. NOTE: Do not use metal scrapers, wire brushes, power abrasive discs or other abrasive means to clean the sealing surfaces. These tools cause scratches and gouges which make leak paths. Use a plastic scraping tool to remove all traces of old sealant.

    Loosen the 14 bolts and remove the RH valve cover and gasket.

    • Clean the valve cover mating surface of the cylinder head with silicone gasket remover and metal surface prep. Follow the directions on the packaging.
    • Discard the valve cover gasket. Clean the valve cover gasket groove with soap and water or a suitable solvent.
  9. Inspect the 2 VCT variable force solenoid seals. Remove any damaged seals.
    • Using the Differential Bearing Cone Installer and Handle, remove the seal(s).
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  10. Inspect the spark plug tube seals. Remove any damaged seals.
    • Using the VCT Spark Plug Tube Seal Remover and Handle, remove the seal(s).
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  11. Clean the valve cover, cylinder head and engine front cover sealing surfaces with metal surface prep.
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