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.

Fig 1: Identifying Special Tools (303-300 And 303-350)
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the valve from the cylinder head.
Remove the valve stem seal.