Valve Spring, Retainer and Seal: Installation

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.

NOTE: Lubricate the valve guide with clean engine oil.

Fig 1: Identifying Special Tool

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

Fig 2: Identifying Special Tool (303-473)
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Install the camshaft roller followers. For additional information, refer to CAMSHAFT ROLLER FOLLOWER .