Valve Cover LH: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Ford F-350 Super Duty and 2018 Ford F-250 Super Duty. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

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

Using the special tools, install a new VCT oil control solenoid seal. Use Special Service Tool: 205-153 (T80T-4000-W) Handle., 205-142 (T80T-4000-J) Installer, Differential Bearing Cone.

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Install a new LH valve cover gasket.

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NOTE: If the valve cover is not installed and the fasteners tightened within 10 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 ® Silicone Gasket and Sealant / TA-30 (WSE-M4G323-A4)

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Install the LH valve cover and tighten the bolts.
Torque: 89 lb.in (10 Nm)

Fig 1: Valve Cover Tightening Sequence LH
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Position the wiring harness and connect the retainers and electrical connector.

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- Connect the LH ignition wire retainers to the valve cover.
- Connect the LH ignition wires to the LH ignition coil-on-plugs.
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Install the crankcase vent tube.

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- Install the brake vacuum tubes and attach the retainer.
- Install the vacuum tube clamps. Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
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Connect the brake vacuum tubes to the intake manifold.

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