Transmission Fluid Fill Tube, Engine Wiring Harness Retainers, RH Valve Cover and Gasket: 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.
- Disconnect the middle PCM connector and wiring harness retainer.
- Disconnect the engine control harness electrical connector.
- Remove the RH ignition coils. For additional information, refer to ENGINE IGNITION - 6.8L (3V) .
- Remove the bolt and position the transmission filler tube aside.
- Disconnect the quick connect coupling and position the crankcase vent tube aside. For additional information, refer to FUEL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION - GASOLINE AND DIESEL .
- Disconnect the Camshaft Position (CMP) sensor electrical connector.
- Detach the 5 wiring harness retainers 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. Failure to follow this procedure may cause future oil leakage.NOTE: The fasteners are part of the valve cover and should not be removed.
Loosen the 16 fasteners in the sequence shown in the illustration 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.