Valve Springs: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2015 Ford Focus. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
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.
- 1.
With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. REFER to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview .
- 2.
Remove the following items:- Remove the valve tappets. REFER to: Valve Tappets .
- Remove the spark plugs. REFER to: Spark Plugs .
- 3.NOTE: Use compressed air at 7 to 10 bars (100-150 psi). Do not disconnect the compressed air from the cylinder until the valve spring, valve spring retainer and valve collet is installed. Any loss of air pressure will allow the valve to fall into the cylinder.
Connect a compressed air supply to the cylinder that is being serviced.
- 4.NOTE: Place all parts in order to one side.NOTE: Remove the valve collet, using some multi-purpose grease and a small screwdriver.
Apply compressed air to the cylinder and remove the valve spring.
Use Special Service Tool: 303-300 (T87C-6565-A) Set, Valve Spring Compressor, 303-350 (T89P-6565-A) Compressor, Valve Spring, 303-472 (T94P-6565-AH) Adapter, Valve Spring Compressor, 303-1249 Valve Spring Compressor.
Material
: Motorcraft® Multi-Purpose Grease Spray / XL-5-A (ESB-M1C93-B)