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Valve Cover - LH: Installation

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    NOTE: If not secured within 4 minutes, the sealant must be removed and the sealing area cleaned with metal surface cleaner. Allow to dry until there is no sign of wetness, or 4 minutes, whichever is longer. Failure to follow this procedure can cause future oil leakage.
    Fig 1: Applying Bead Of Silicone Gasket
    G04583419Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  1. Apply a bead of silicone gasket and sealant in 2 locations shown where the engine front cover meets the cylinder head.
  2. Position the LH valve cover and new gasket on the cylinder head. Tighten the fasteners in the sequence shown to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
    Fig 2: Tightening Fasteners In Sequence
    G04583420Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Connect the crankcase ventilation tube quick connect coupling to the valve cover. For additional information, refer to FUEL SYSTEM-GENERAL INFORMATION .
  4. Position the wire harness and connect the 4 wiring harness retainers to the valve cover.
  5. Install the air cleaner and outlet pipe. For additional information, refer to INTAKE AIR DISTRIBUTION & FILTERING .
  6. Connect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES .