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Valve Springs: Installation

  1. Position the valve spring and the valve spring retainers.
    Fig 1: Positioning Valve Spring And Valve Spring Retainers
    G03248007Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Install the special tool between the valve spring coils to prevent valve stem seal damage.
    Fig 2: Installing Special Tool Between Valve Spring Coils
    G03248008Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Use the special tool to compress the valve spring. Install the valve spring retainer keys.
    Fig 3: Installing Valve Spring Retainer Keys
    G03248009Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Remove the special tools.
  5. Install the camshaft roller followers. For additional information, refer to CAMSHAFT ROLLER FOLLOWER .
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