Valve Cover: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
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NOTE: Installation of a new VCT seal is required if a damaged seal was removed during disassembly of the engine.
If removed, using the special tools, install the VCT seals. Use Special Service Tool: 303-1247 VCT Spark Plug Tube Seal Remover and Installer., 205-153 (T80T-4000-W) Handle.
- Inspect and if necessary, install new valve cover gaskets.
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NOTE: The valve cover must be secured within 10 minutes of silicone gasket application. If the valve cover is not secured within 10 minutes, the sealant must be removed and the sealing area cleaned with metal surface prep.
Apply a 6 mm bead of silicone sealant.
MaterialMotorcraft® High Performance Engine RTV Silicone / TA-357 (WSE-M4G323-A6)
- Install the valve cover and tighten the fasteners in sequence shown.
Torque:
89 lb.in (10 Nm)
- Position the bracket and install the nuts.
Torque:
80 lb.in (9 Nm)
- Attach the wire harness retainer.
- Attach the wire harness retainer.
- Connect the VCT solenoid electrical connector.
- Attach the wire harness retainer and connect the electrical connector.
- Connect the CMP sensor electrical connector.
- Attach the wire harness retainer.
- Connect the CHT sensor electrical connector and position back the boot.
- Connect the crankcase vent tube. Refer to: Quick Release Coupling
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- Install the oil level indicator.
- Install the ignition coil-on-plugs. Refer to: Ignition Coil-On-Plug .