Cylinder Head: Disassembly
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Montego, 2006 Ford Freestyle, and 2006 Ford Five Hundred. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION:
If the components are to be reinstalled, they must be installed in the same positions. Mark the locations of the components removed.
- Remove the hydraulic lash adjusters.
- Using the special tools, remove the keys, retainer and spring.
- Remove the valve from the cylinder head.
- Remove the valve stem seal.