RH Valve Cover (View 2 of 2): Installation

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Install new gaskets. Make sure the gaskets are correctly seated on the valve cover.

Fig 1: Locating Valve Cover Mating Surfaces And Gaskets
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
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
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Install the RH valve cover, the 7 bolts and 3 stud bolts. Tighten in the sequence shown in illustration.
- Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
  
  Fig 3: Identifying RH Valve Cover Bolts Tightening Sequence
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Install the A/C tube support bracket and nut.
- Tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
Attach the wiring harness pin-type retainer to the rear of the intake manifold.
Attach the 3 wiring harness retainers to the RH valve cover studs.
Connect the ECT sensor electrical connector.
Connect the fuel rail pressure and temperature sensor electrical connector.
Connect the 4 RH fuel injector electrical connectors.
Install the RH radio interference capacitor and the nut.
- Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
Connect the PCV valve electrical connector.
Install the crankcase ventilation tube. Refer to FUEL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION .
Install the RH ignition coils. Refer to ENGINE IGNITION - 5.8L (4V) .
Install the battery and tray. Refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES .