Cylinder Head - LH: Installation

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NOTE: If the cylinder head is replaced, a new secondary timing chain tensioner will need to be installed.

Install a new gasket, the LH cylinder head and 8 new bolts. Tighten in the sequence shown in illustration in 5 stages:
- Stage 1: Tighten to 20 Nm (177 lb-in).
- Stage 2: Tighten to 35 Nm (26 lb-ft).
- Stage 3: Tighten 90 degrees.
- Stage 4: Tighten 90 degrees
- Stage 5: Tighten 45 degrees.
  
  Fig 1: Identifying LH Cylinder Head Bolts Tightening Sequence
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Install the M6 bolt.
- Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
  
  Fig 2: Locating M6 Bolt
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
NOTE: The valve tappets must be installed in their original positions.

NOTE: Coat the valve tappets with clean engine oil prior to installation.

Install the valve tappets.

Fig 3: Locating Valve Tappets
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Install the ground strap and bolt and attach the wiring harness retainer to the rear of the LH cylinder head.
- Tighten the bolt to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
NOTE: Lubricate the 2 CMP sensor O-ring seals with clean engine oil.

Install the 2 LH CMP sensors and the 2 bolts.
- Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
Connect the 2 LH CMP sensors electrical connectors.
Install the LH upper primary timing chain guide and the bolt.
- Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
Install the lower intake manifold. For additional information, refer to LOWER INTAKE MANIFOLD .
Install the LH camshafts. For additional information, refer to CAMSHAFT - LH .
Raise the catalytic converter and install the new LH and RH catalytic converter-to-exhaust manifold nuts.
- Tighten to 45 Nm (35 lb-ft).
Connect and attach the RH and LH HO2S electrical connectors.
Connect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES .