Valve Springs: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis and 2006 Ford Crown Victoria. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Position the valve spring and the valve spring retainers.
Install the special tool between the valve spring coils to prevent valve stem seal damage.

Fig 1: Installing Special Tool Between Valve Spring Coils
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Use the special tool to compress the valve spring. Install the valve spring retainer keys.

Fig 2: Installing Valve Spring Retainer Keys
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the special tools.
Install the camshaft roller followers. For additional information, refer to CAMSHAFT ROLLER FOLLOWER .
Install the spark plugs. For additional information, refer to ENGINE IGNITION .

WARNING: If equipped with fire suppression system, repower the system. For important safety warnings and procedures, refer to FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM .

If equipped with fire suppression system, repower the system.