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Valve Cover - RH: Installation

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    NOTE: If the valve cover is not secured within 4 minutes, the sealant must be removed and the sealing area cleaned with metal surface prep. Failure to follow this procedure can cause future oil leakage.
    Fig 1: Identifying Silicone Gasket Applying Area
    G06095497Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  1. Apply a bead of silicone gasket and sealant in 2 places where the engine front cover meets the cylinder head.
  2. Position the valve cover and install the 11 bolts and 3 stud bolts.
    • Tighten in the sequence shown to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
      Fig 2: Identifying Valve Cover Bolts Tightening Sequence
      G06095498Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Attach the CKP wiring harness retainer on the stud.
  4. Connect the VCT electrical connector.
  5. Attach the 3 main engine control wiring harness retainers to the valve cover.
  6. Attach the 3 main engine control wiring harness retainers to the valve cover stud bolts.
  7. Install the RH ignition coil-on-plugs. For additional information, refer to ENGINE IGNITION - 3.0L (4V) .
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