Valve Cover RH: Removal

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NOTE: During engine repair procedures, cleanliness is extremely important. Any foreign material, including any material created while cleaning gasket surfaces that enters the oil passages, coolant passages or the oil pan, can cause engine failure.

NOTE: Installation of new spark plug seals or VCT seals is only required if seals are damaged.

Remove the intake manifold. Refer to: Upper Intake Manifold .
Remove the engine vent hose. Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer

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Remove the ignition coil-on-plugs. Refer to: Ignition Coil-On-Plug .
Disconnect the electrical connectors and the wire harness retainers.

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NOTE: While removing the valve cover do not apply excessive force to the VCT oil control solenoid or damage may occur.

NOTE: If the VCT oil control solenoid sticks to the VCT seal, carefully wiggle the valve cover until the bond breaks free or damage to the VCT seal and VCT oil control solenoid may occur.

Loosen the bolts and remove the valve cover.

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Remove and discard the gasket.

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NOTE: Inspect the VCT solenoid seals. Remove any damaged seals.

Using the special tools, remove and discard the seal(s). Use Special Service Tool: 205-142 (T80T-4000-J) Installer, Differential Bearing Cone, 205-153 (T80T-4000-W) Handle.

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NOTE: Inspect the spark plug tube seals. Remove any damaged seals.

Using the special tools, remove and discard the seal(s). Use Special Service Tool: 303-1247 VCT Spark Plug Tube Seal Remover and Installer, 205-153 (T80T-4000-W) Handle.

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Clean the valve cover, cylinder head and engine front cover sealing surfaces with metal surface prep.
Material: Motorcraft® Metal Surface Prep Wipes / ZC-31-B