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Valve Seals: Installation

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  1. Valve stem seal installation sleeve.
    Fig 1: Installing Valve Stem Seal Sleeve
    G04033908Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Using the special tool, install the valve stem oil seals.
    Fig 2: Installing Valve Stem Oil Seals
    G04033909Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. NOTE: Check the seating of the valve collets.
    Fig 3: Installing Valve Springs And Valve Spring Retainers
    G04033910Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Using the special tools, install the valve springs.
    • Insert the valve springs and the valve spring retainers.
    • Compress the valve springs and install the valve collets using some grease and a small screwdriver.
  5. NOTE: Do not tighten the spark plug at this stage.
  6. Disconnect the compressed air supply and screw in the spark plug.
  7. Repeat appropriate steps for all the other cylinders.
  8. Coat the valve tappets with engine oil and insert them.
  9. Install the camshafts. For additional information, refer to CAMSHAFTS .