Valve Cover - RH: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Ford Pickup, 2009 Ford F550 Super Duty, 2009 Ford F450 Super Duty, and 2009 Ford Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the RH ignition coils. For additional information, refer to ENGINE IGNITION - 5.4L AND 6.8L (3V) article.
- Remove the bolt and position the transmission filler tube aside.
- Disconnect the quick connect coupling and position the crankcase vent tube aside. For additional information, refer to FUEL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION - GASOLINE AND DIESEL article.
- Disconnect the 2 PCM electrical connectors and the wiring harness retainers from the support bracket and position aside.
- Disconnect the Camshaft Position (CMP) sensor electrical connector.
- Disconnect the 4 wiring harness retainers from the valve cover and position the wiring harness aside.
- Loosen the 16 fasteners in the sequence shown and remove the RH valve cover and gasket.
- Clean the valve cover mating surface of the cylinder head with silicone gasket remover and motorcraft metal surface prep. Follow the directions on the packaging.
- Discard the valve cover gasket. Clean the valve cover gasket groove with soap and water or a suitable solvent.
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. Failure to follow this procedure may cause future oil leakage.
NOTE:
The fasteners are part of the valve cover and should not be removed.