Camshaft Roller Follower: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Ford Pickup and 2010 Ford Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
All camshaft roller followers
- Using the Valve Spring Compressor, compress the valve spring and install the camshaft roller follower.
- Repeat the previous step for each camshaft roller follower being serviced.
LH cylinder head camshaft roller followers
- Install the LH valve cover. For additional information, refer to VALVE COVER - LH .
RH cylinder head camshaft roller followers
- Install the RH valve cover. For additional information, refer to VALVE COVER - RH .
NOTE:
If the components are to be reinstalled, they must be installed in the same positions. Failure to follow these instructions may result in engine damage.
NOTE:
Do not allow the valve keepers to fall off of the valve or the valve may drop into the cylinder. If a valve drops into the cylinder, the cylinder head must be removed. For additional information, refer to CYLINDER HEAD .
NOTE:
It may be necessary to push the valve down while compressing the spring.
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Lubricate the camshaft roller followers with clean engine oil prior to installation.