LH

Removal
1. Remove the upper intake manifold.
2. Disconnect the LH spark plug wires.





3. Remove the five bolts and the three stud bolts.





4. Note: To prevent stretching the valve cover gasket, loosen silicone gasket and sealant from the cylinder head by sliding a flat knife between the valve cover gasket and cylinder head.

Remove the valve cover.





5. Remove the valve cover gasket, if required.

Installation





1. Note: Do not clean the valve cover gasket with solvent. Damage to the valve cover gasket may occur.

Clean all mating surfaces.





2. If removed, install the valve cover gasket.





3. Note: If the valve cover is not installed within four minutes, remove the sealant and reapply

Apply a bead of Silicone Gasket and Sealant F7AZ-19554-EA or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSE-M4G323-A4 in two places where the cylinder head and cylinder block meet.





4. Install the valve cover.
- Position the valve cover.
- Tighten the five bolts and the three stud bolts in the sequence shown.
5. Connect the LH spark plug wires.
6. Install the upper intake manifold.