Valve Cover LH: Removal
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.
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During engine repair procedures, cleanliness is extremely important. Any foreign material, including any material created while cleaning gasket surfaces, that enters the oil passages, coolant passages or the oil pan, can cause engine failure.
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Early build engine shown, late build engine similar.
- Disconnect the brake vacuum tubes from the intake manifold.
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NOTE: Primary battery vehicles shown, secondary battery vehicles similar.
- Release the vacuum tube clamps. Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
- Detach the retainer and remove the brake vacuum tubes.
- Disconnect and remove the crankcase vent tube.
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- Disconnect the LH ignition wires from the LH ignition coil-on-plugs.
- Disconnect the LH ignition wire retainers from the valve cover and position aside.
- Disconnect the wiring harness electrical connector, retainers and position aside.
- Loosen the fasteners and remove the LH valve cover.
- Remove and discard the LH valve cover gasket.
- Inspect the VCT oil control solenoid seal. Remove any damaged seals using the special tools. Use Special Service Tool: 205-153 (T80T-4000-W) Handle., 205-142 (T80T-4000-J) Installer, Differential Bearing Cone.
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NOTE: Do not use metal scrapers, wire brushes, power abrasive discs or other abrasive means to clean the sealing surfaces. These tools cause scratches and gouges which make leak paths. Use a plastic scraping tool to remove all traces of old sealant.
Clean the valve cover mating surface of the cylinder head and engine front cover. Refer to: RTV Sealing Surface Cleaning and Preparation .Use the General Equipment: Plastic Scraper
Material: Motorcraft ® Metal Brake Parts Cleaner / PM-4-A, PM-4-B
Material: Motorcraft ® Metal Surface Prep Wipes / ZC-31-B
Material: Motorcraft ® Silicone Gasket Remover / ZC-30-A