Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Ford Windstar. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION: During engine repair procedures, cleanliness is extremely important. Any foreign material, including any material created while cleaning gasket surfaces, that enters the oil passages, coolant passages or the oil pan can cause engine failure.

Remove the bolt, then position the oil dipstick tube and bracket aside.

Fig 1: Identifying Oil Dipstick Tube Bracket Bolt
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Position the spark plug wires aside.
- Remove the retainers.
  
  Fig 2: Identifying Spark Plug Wires
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Disconnect the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve.

Fig 3: Identifying Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve
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NOTE: Do not discard the gasket. It may be reused if it is not damaged.

Remove the valve cover.
- Remove the bolts.
  
  Fig 4: Identifying Tightening Torque Of Valve Cover Bolt
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Install a new valve cover gasket as necessary.