Valve Cover - RH (View 3 of 3): Installation
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- Using the VCT Spark Plug Tube Seal Installer and Handle, install new VCT solenoid and/or spark plug tube seals.
- Apply an 8 mm (0.31 in) bead of Motorcraft High Performance Engine RTV Silicone to the engine front cover-to-RH cylinder head joints.
- Using a new gasket, install the RH valve cover, bolt and the 8 stud bolts.
- Tighten in the sequence shown in illustration to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
- Position the A/C tubes and install the 2 retaining clamp bolts.
- Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
- Install the A/C tube retaining clamp bolt.
- Tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in).
- Attach all of the wiring harness retainers to the valve cover and the stud bolts.
- Connect the 3 LH fuel injector electrical connectors.
- Connect the LH VCT electrical connector.
- Connect the RH HO2S electrical connector.
- Install the PSP hose bracket and nut.
- Tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
- Connect the RH CMS electrical connector and retainer.
- Connect the PSP switch electrical connector.
- Install the power steering fluid reservoir. For additional information, refer to POWER STEERING .
- Install the RH ignition coils. For additional information, refer to ENGINE IGNITION - 3.5L .
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Installation of new seals is only required if damaged seals were removed during disassembly of the engine.
NOTE:
Spark plug tube seal installation shown in illustration, VCT solenoid seal installation similar.
NOTE:
Failure to use Motorcraft High Performance Engine RTV Silicone may cause the engine oil to foam excessively and result in serious engine damage.
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. To clean the sealing area, use silicone gasket remover and metal surface prep. Failure to follow this procedure can cause future oil leakage.