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Valve Cover RH: Installation

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  1. 1.

    NOTE: Installation of new seals is only required if damaged seals were removed.

    Using the special tools, install new spark plug tube seals. Use Special Service Tool: 205-153 (T80T-4000-W) Handle., 303-1247 VCT Spark Plug Tube Seal Remover and Installer.

GFD40565Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

  1. 2.

    NOTE: Installation of new seals is only required if damaged seals were removed.

    Using the special tools, install new VCT variable force solenoid seals. Use Special Service Tool: 205-153 (T80T-4000-W) Handle., 205-142 (T80T-4000-J) Installer, Differential Bearing Cone.

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  1. 3.

    Install a new gasket.
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  1. 4.

    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.

    Apply an 8 mm (0.31 in) bead of silicone gasket and sealant to the engine front cover-to-cylinder head joints.

    Material: Silicone Gasket and Sealant / TA-30 (WSE-M4G323-A4)

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  1. 5.

    Install the valve cover and tighten the bolts.

    Torque: 89 lb.in (10 Nm)

Fig 1: RH Valve Cover Tightening Sequence
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  1. 6.

    NOTE: 4x2 shown, 4x4 similar.
    • Attach the wiring harness retainers.
    • Connect the VCT variable force solenoid electrical connectors.
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  1. 7.

    Install the ground wire and the nut.

    Torque: 53 lb.in (6 Nm)

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  1. 8.

    Install the RH ignition coils. Refer to: Ignition Coil-On-Plug .

  1. 9.

    Connect the engine wiring harness electrical connectors and attach the harness retainers.
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  1. 10.

    Connect the heater hoses and attach the hose retainer.
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  1. 11.

    Position the PCV tube and connect the quick release couplings. Refer to: Quick Release Coupling .
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  1. 12.

    Fill the engine cooling system. Refer to: Cooling System Draining, Vacuum Filling and Bleeding .
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