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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.

    GFD512002Courtesy 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.

    GFD512003Courtesy 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)

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  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
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  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 oil pressure sensor electrical connector.

    • Connect the VCT oil control solenoid electrical connectors.

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  8. If equipped, attach the block heater wiring harness retainer to the valve cover stud bolt.
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  9. Attach the ground wire retainers.
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    • Install the EVAP canister purge valve and attach the retainer.

    • Connect the EVAP canister purge valve wiring harness electrical connector.

    • Connect the EVAP canister purge valve quick release coupling.

    GFD512078Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  11. Install the following items:

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

  12. Install the oil level indicator.
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  13. Install the crankcase vent tube.
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  14. Install the air cleaner. Refer to: Air Cleaner Outlet Pipe .
  15. Install the suspension support bar and the bolts.

    Torque: 22 lb.ft (30 Nm)

    GFD512075Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  16. Pressurize the fuel system. Refer to: Fuel System Pressure Release .
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