Valve Cover - LH: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Ford F-550 Super Duty and 2013 Ford F-450 Super Duty. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the Air Cleaner (ACL) outlet pipe. For additional information, refer to INTAKE AIR DISTRIBUTION & FILTERING .
- Remove the LH ignition coils. For additional information, refer to ENGINE IGNITION - 6.8L (3V) .
- Remove the oil level indicator and tube. For additional information, refer to OIL LEVEL INDICATOR AND TUBE .
- Disconnect the quick connect couplings and remove the PCV tube. For additional information, refer to FUEL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION - GASOLINE AND DIESEL .
- Disconnect the engine wiring harness retainers from the valve cover studs and position the wiring harness aside.
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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.NOTE: The bolts are part of the valve cover and should not be removed.
Loosen the 17 fasteners in the sequence shown in the illustration and remove the LH valve cover and gasket.
- Clean and inspect the sealing surfaces 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.