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Valve Cover: Installation

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

    If removed, using the special tools, install the VCT oil control solenoid seals. Use Special Service Tool: 205-153 (T80T-4000-W) Handle., 303-1687 Installer, VCT Solenoid Seal.

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  2. Install a new valve cover gaskets.
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  3. Apply a 5.5 mm (0.22 in) bead of silicone sealant in the 4 places shown.

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

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  4. 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.

    Install the valve cover and tighten the fasteners in sequence shown.

    Torque: 97 lb.in (11 Nm)

    Fig 1: Valve Cover Fasteners Tightening Sequence
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    • Position the wiring harness.

    • Attach the wiring harness retainers.

    • Connect the wiring harness electrical connectors.

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  6. Connect the CHT sensor wiring harness electrical connector and attach the retainers.
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  7. Position the coolant tube and install the bolt.

    Torque: 35 lb.ft (48 Nm)

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    1. Install the coolant tube bracket and the bolt.

      Torque: 97 lb.in (11 Nm)

    2. Install the coolant tube bracket bolt.

      Torque: 53 lb.in (6 Nm)

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    • Attach the HO2S electrical connector to the bracket.

    • Attach the coolant hose retainer.

    • Position the wiring harness retainer on the rear engine lift eye.

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    • Install the new crankcase vent tube.

    • If the replacement crankcase vent tube part comes with no crankcase pressure sensor, reprogram the PCM. Refer to: Module Programming .

    • If the replacement crankcase vent tube came without a crankcase pressure sensor, tape the wiring harness electrical connector back to the wiring harness.

    • If the replacement crankcase vent tube comes with a crankcase pressure sensor, connect the wiring harness electrical connector.

    GFD624236Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  11. Install the following items:

    1. Install the ignition coil-on-plugs. Refer to: Ignition Coil-On-Plug .
    2. Install the high-pressure fuel pump. Refer to: High-Pressure Fuel Pump .

  12. Install the oil level indicator.
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  13. Pressurize the fuel system pressure. Refer to: Fuel System Pressure Release .
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