Valve Spring, Retainer and Seal: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mercury Montego, 2005 Ford Freestyle, and 2005 Ford Five Hundred. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Lubricate the valve guide with clean engine oil.

Fig 1: Installing Valve Seal

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Using the special tool, install the valve seal.
Using the special tool, install the valve spring, retainer and key.

Fig 2: Installing Valve Spring, Retainer And Key
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Install the camshaft roller followers. For additional information, refer to CAMSHAFT ROLLER FOLLOWER .