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Valve Seals: Removal

  1. Remove the camshafts.
    • Take out the valve tappets and place to one side in sequence.
    2. WARNING: Always wear protective goggles when working with compressed air. Failure to do so may result in personal injury.
    Fig 1: Attaching Special Tool
    G01615583Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Unscrew the spark plugs from the first cylinder and attach the special tool.
    3. CAUTION: Air pressure is between seven and ten bar.
  3. Attach the special tools and apply compressed air to the cylinder.
    1. Compress the valve spring.
    2. Take out the valve collets.
    • Take out the valve spring retainer and the valve spring.
      Fig 2: Removing Valve Spring
      G01615584Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Remove the valve stem oil seal.
    1. Insert the special tool.
    2. Turn the special tool clockwise and pull out.
      Fig 3: Removing Valve Stem Oil Seal
      G01615585Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
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