Cylinder Head: Assembly

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1.

NOTE: If installing the original valves, make sure the valves are installed in the same position from which they were removed. Coat the valve stems with clean engine oil.

Lubricate and install the intake and exhaust valves.

Material: Motorcraft ® SAE 5W-20 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil / XO-5W20-QSP (WSS-M2C945-A)

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2.

NOTE: Use commercially available valve stem seal pliers.

Lubricate and install the valve seals.

Material: Motorcraft ® SAE 5W-20 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil / XO-5W20-QSP (WSS-M2C945-A)

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3.

NOTE: Use a small screwdriver and multi-purpose grease to install the valve collets.

Using the special tools, install the valve spring, valve spring retainer and the valve collet.Install Special Service Tool: 303-300 (T87C-6565-A) Set, Valve Spring Compressor., 303-350 (T89P-6565-A) Compressor, Valve Spring., 303-1418 Compressor, Valve Spring.

Material: Motorcraft ® Multi-Purpose Grease Spray / XL-5-A (ESB-M1C93-B)

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4.

NOTE: Only use hand tools when removing or installing spark plugs, or damage can occur to the cylinder head or spark plug.

Install the spark plugs.

Torque: 115 lb.in (13 Nm)

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5.

If equipped.Install the new CHT sensor.
Torque: 97 lb.in (11 Nm)

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6.
- 1.
  
  Lubricate and install the degas tube O-ring seal and the bolt.
  Material: Motorcraft ® SAE 5W-20 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil / XO-5W20-QSP (WSS-M2C945-A)
  
  Torque: 84 lb.in (9.5 Nm)
- 2.
  
  Install the engine lifting bracket and the bolts.
  Torque: 17 lb.ft (23 Nm)

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