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LH Valve Cover (View 2 of 2): Installation

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  1. Install new gaskets. Make sure the gaskets are correctly seated on the valve cover.
    Fig 1: Locating Valve Cover Mating Surfaces And Gaskets
    G06394591Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. NOTE: If the valve cover is not secured within 4 minutes, the sealant must be removed and the sealing area cleaned with metal surface prep. Allow to dry until there is no sign of wetness, or 4 minutes, whichever is longer. Failure to follow this procedure can result in future oil leakage.

    Apply a bead of Motorcraft® High Performance Engine RTV Silicone in 2 places where the engine front cover meets the cylinder head.

    Fig 2: Locating Bead Of Motorcraft® High Performance Engine RTV Silicone Applying Area
    G06394597Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Install the LH valve cover, the 8 bolts and 2 stud bolts. Tighten in the sequence shown in illustration.
    • Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
      Fig 3: Identifying LH Valve Cover Bolts Tightening Sequence
      G07474989Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Position the oil level indicator tube and install the bolt.
    • Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
  5. Attach the 3 wiring harness retainers to the LH valve cover studs.
  6. Connect the CMP sensor electrical connector.
  7. Install the LH radio interference capacitor and nut.
    • Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
  8. Connect the fuel supply tube. Refer to FUEL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION .
  9. Connect the 4 LH fuel injector electrical connectors.
  10. Using a new gasket, install the TB and spacer assembly and the 4 bolts.
    • Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
  11. Connect the EVAP canister purge valve tube to the TB spacer. Refer to FUEL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION .
  12. Connect the EVAP purge valve electrical connector.
  13. Connect the brake booster vacuum hose to the TB spacer.
  14. Connect the electronic throttle control electrical connector.
  15. Connect the TP sensor electrical connector.
  16. Install the LH ignition coils. Refer to ENGINE IGNITION - 5.8L (4V) .
  17. Install the ACL assembly and ACL outlet pipe. Refer to INTAKE AIR DISTRIBUTION & FILTERING .
  18. Install the power brake booster. Refer to POWER BRAKE ACTUATION .
  19. Connect the battery ground cable. Refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES .
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