Valve Cover - RH: Installation
All engines
- Using the special tools, install new VCT solenoid and/or spark plug tube seals.
- Apply an 8 mm (0.31 in) bead of Motorcraft High Performance Engine RTV Silicone to the engine front cover-to-RH cylinder head joints.
- Using a new gasket, install the RH valve cover, bolt and the 10 stud bolts.
- Tighten in the sequence shown to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
- Install the PSP tube bracket on the valve cover stud bolt and install the nut.
- Tighten to 7 Nm (62 lb-in).
- Attach all of the wiring harness retainers to the RH valve cover stud bolts.
- Connect the heated PCV valve electrical connector.
- Connect the 3 RH fuel injector electrical connectors.
- Connect the RH VCT electrical connector.
- Connect the RH HO2S sensor electrical connector.
- Connect the RH catalyst monitor sensor electrical connector.
- Install the RH ignition coils. For additional information, refer to ENGINE IGNITION - 3.5L article.
NOTE:
Installation of new seals is only required if damaged seals were removed during disassembly of the engine.
NOTE:
Spark plug tube seal installation shown, VCT seal installation similar.
Fig 1: Installing VCT Solenoid And/Or Spark Plug Tube Seals Using Special Tools (205-153) & (303-1247/2)
CAUTION:
Failure to use Motorcraft High Performance Engine RTV Silicone may cause the engine oil to foam excessively and result in serious engine damage.
NOTE:
If the valve cover is not installed and the fasteners tightened within 4 minutes, the sealant must be removed and the sealing area cleaned. To clean the sealing area, use silicone gasket remover and metal surface prep. Failure to follow this procedure can cause future oil leakage.
Fig 2: Applying Bead Of Motorcraft High Performance Engine RTV Silicone To Engine Front Cover-To-RH Cylinder Head Joints
Early build engines
All engines