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Valve Cover - RH: Removal

CAUTION: Do not use metal scrapers, wire brushes, power abrasive discs or other abrasive means to clean sealing surfaces. These tools cause scratches and gouges which make leak paths.
  1. Drain the cooling system. For additional information, refer to ENGINE COOLING .
  2. Remove the air cleaner assembly. For additional information, refer to FUEL CHARGING & CONTROLS .
  3. Disconnect and plug the heated positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) hose.
  4. Disconnect the electrical connector from the PCV valve.
  5. Remove the RH ignition coils. For additional information, refer to ENGINE IGNITION .
  6. Release the crankshaft position (CKP) sensor harness clips.
  7. Remove the 6 valve cover bolts and 4 studs.
    Fig 1: Removing Valve Cover Bolts And Studs
    G03862337Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Disconnect the 2 heater hose retainers from the valve cover studs.
  9. Remove the valve cover.
    • Clean and inspect the valve cover gasket and install a new gasket if necessary.
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