Spark Plug Tube Seals and Variable Camshaft Timing (VCT) Solenoid Seals: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Ford Mustang. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
All engines
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NOTE: Installation of new seals is only required if damaged seals were removed.
Using the VCT Spark Plug Tube Seal Installer and Handle, install new spark plug tube seals.
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NOTE: Installation of new seals is only required if damaged seals were removed.
Using the Differential Bearing Cone Installer and Handle, install new VCT variable force solenoid seal(s).
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NOTE: If the valve cover is not installed and the fasteners tightened within 5 minutes, the sealant must be removed and the sealing area cleaned. To clean the sealing area, use silicone gasket remover and metal surface prep. Failure to follow this procedure can cause future oil leakage.
Apply an 8 mm (0.31 in) bead of silicone gasket and sealant to the engine front cover-to-RH cylinder head joints.
- Position the RH valve cover and new gasket on the cylinder head.
- Tighten the bolts in the sequence shown in illustration to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
- Attach the 9 wiring harness retainers.
- Connect the 2 RH VCT variable force solenoid electrical connectors.
- Install the RH ignition coils. For additional information, refer to
ENGINE IGNITION - 5.0L (4V)
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Boss® 302 engines
- Install the RH engine shield and the 2 nuts.
- Install the strut tower cross brace and the 4 nuts.
All engines except Boss® 302
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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.
Install the engine appearance cover.
- If equipped, install the strut tower cross brace and the 4 nuts.
- Tighten to 35 Nm (26 lb-ft).