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Valve Seals: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Ford Focus. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Install the valve stem seal installation sleeve.

Fig 1: Installing Valve Stem Seal Installation Sleeve
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Using the special tool, install the valve stem oil seals.

Fig 2: Installing Valve Stem Oil Seals
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

NOTE: Check the seating of the valve collects.

Using the special tools, install the valve springs.
- Insert the valve springs and the valve spring retainers.
- Compress the valve springs and install the valve collects using some grease and a small screwdriver.
  
  Fig 3: Installing Valve Springs
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

NOTE: Do not tighten the spark plug at this time.

Disconnect the compressed air supply and screw in the spark plug.
Repeat the appropriate steps for all the other cylinders.
Coat the valve tappets with clean engine oil and insert them.
Tighten the spark plugs. .
Install the camshafts. For additional information, refer to CAMSHAFTS .