Excursion 2WD V8-5.4L SOHC VIN L (2000)
Valve Cover: Service and Repair
LH
Removal
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
2. Remove the engine Air Cleaner (ACL) and the air cleaner outlet tube.
3. Remove the crankcase ventilation tube from the valve cover.
4. If equipped, remove the EGR valve to exhaust manifold tube.
5. Disconnect the LH fuel injector electrical connections.
6. Disconnect the LH ignition coil electrical connections.
7. Disconnect the fuel pressure regulator vacuum hose and lift the fuel charging wiring off the valve Cover studs.
8. CAUTION: Do not use metal scrapers, wire brushes, power abrasive discs or other abrasive means to dean the sealing surfaces. These
tools cause scratches and gouges that make leak paths. Use a plastic scraper to clean all traces of old sealant.
Note:
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The intake manifold is shown removed for clarity.
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The bolts are part of the valve cover and should not be removed.