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Valve Cover RH: Installation

  1. NOTE: Installation of new seals is only required if damaged seals were removed.

    If removed, using the special tools, install the spark plug tube seals. Use Special Service Tool: 303-1247 VCT Spark Plug Tube Seal Remover and Installer, 205-153 (T80T-4000-W) Handle.

    GFD344743Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  2. NOTE: Installation of new seals is only required if damaged seals were removed.

    If removed, using the special tools, install the VCT oil control solenoid seals. Use Special Service Tool: 205-142 (T80T-4000-J) Installer, Differential Bearing Cone, 205-153 (T80T-4000-W) Handle.

    GFD344744Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  3. Install a new valve cover gasket.
    GFD344745Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  4. NOTE: If the valve cover is not installed and the fasteners tightened within 7 minutes, the sealant must be removed and the sealing area cleaned.

    Apply an 8 mm (0.31 in) bead of Motorcraft® High Performance Engine RTV Silicone to the engine front cover-to-cylinder head joints.

    Material: Motorcraft® High Performance Engine RTV Silicone / TA-357 (WSE-M4G323-A6)

    GFD344746Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  5. Install the valve cover and tighten the bolts and stud bolts.

    Torque: 89 lb.in (10 Nm)

    Fig 1: RH Valve Cover Bolts Tightening Sequence
    GFD344747Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  6. Make sure the VCT seals in the valve cover are below the top of the VCT oil control solenoid electrical connector or the VCT seal may leak oil.
    GFD344748Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  7. If equipped, install the turbocharger heat shield and the 2 nuts (1 shown).

    Torque: 71 lb.in (8 Nm)

    GFD344737Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  8. Connect the fuel tube retainers.
    GFD344736Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  9. Connect the VCT solenoid electrical connectors and the wiring harness retainers.
    GFD344749Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  10. Install the following items:

    1. Install the RH ignition coil-on-plugs. Refer to: Ignition Coil-On-Plug .
    2. Install the high pressure fuel pump. Refer to: High-Pressure Fuel Pump .
    3. Install the intake manifold. Refer to: Intake Manifold  .

  11. Connect the battery ground cable. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect .