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Valve Cover LH: Installation

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

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

    GFD309212Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  2. NOTE: Installation of new seals is only required if damaged seals were removed.

    If removed, using the special tools, install the VCT oil control solenoid seals. Use Special Service Tool: 205-142 (T80T-4000-J) Installer, Differential Bearing Cone, 205-153 (T80T-4000-W) Handle.

    GFD309213Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  3. NOTE: If the valve cover is not installed and the fasteners tightened within 4 minutes, the sealant must be removed and the sealing area cleaned.

    Apply an 8 mm (0.31 in) bead of Motorcraft® High Performance Engine RTV Silicone to the engine front cover-to-cylinder head joints.

    Material: Motorcraft® High Performance Engine RTV Silicone / TA-357 (WSE-M4G323-A6)

    GFD309214Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  4. Install a new valve cover gasket.
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  5. Install the valve cover and tighten the bolts.

    Torque: 89 lb.in (10 Nm)

    Fig 1: LH Valve Cover Tightening Sequence
    GFD309216Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  6. Make sure the VCT seals in the valve cover are below the top of the VCT oil control solenoid electrical connector or the VCT seal may leak oil.
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    • Attach the wiring harness retainers.

    • Connect the VCT oil control solenoid electrical connectors.

    • Connect the oil pressure switch electrical connector and slide the insulator on.

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  8. Install the LH ignition coil-on-plugs. Refer to: Ignition Coil-On-Plug .
  9. Install the crankcase vent tube.
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  10. Install the oil level indicator.
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    1. Position the vacuum tubes and install the bolt.

      Torque: 97 lb.in (11 Nm)

    2. Attach the vacuum hose retainer to the crankcase vent tube.
    3. Attach the vacuum hose retainer to the throttle body.
    4. Connect the vacuum hose to the upper intake manifold. Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
    GFD309201Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  12. Install the air cleaner outlet pipe. Refer to: Air Cleaner Outlet Pipe .
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