Contour V6-153 2.5L DOHC VIN L SFI (1997)
5. Remove IMRC actuator cable bridge.
6. Remove ignition wires from spark plugs and LH valve cover. See Powertrain Management.
7. Loosen valve cover retaining bolts and stud bolts following the removal sequence shown.
8. Carefully remove valve cover from LH cylinder head. Remove integral valve cover gaskets from LH valve cover.
Fig. 13 Valve cover bolt removal sequence
INSTALLATION
NOTE: Prior to installation, clean valve cover sealing surfaces using a shop towel and Metal Surface Cleaner F4AZ-19A536-RA or equivalent
meeting Ford specification WSE-M5B392-A. Apply 8 mm (5/16 inch) diameter bead of Black Silicone Rubber F4AZ-19562-B or equivalent
sealant meeting Ford specification WSF-M4G323-A1 at two places on the valve cover sealing surfaces where the and cylinder heads contact and
at two places on the rear of the cylinder head where the camshaft seal retainer contacts the cylinder head.
To install, reverse removal procedure noting the following:
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Install new valve cover gaskets onto LH valve cover. Tighten valve cover bolts and stud bolts in sequence shown to 8-12 Nm (71-106 inch
lbs.) within six minutes of applying sealer.
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Tighten IMRC electric actuator and cable assembly bolts to 8-12 Nm (71-106 inch lbs.).
