Explorer 2WD V8-4.6L (2008)
Removal
1. Remove the LH ignition coils.
2. Remove the bolt and position the oil level indicator and tube aside.
3. Disconnect the evaporative emissions (EVAP) tube from the intake manifold.
4. Disconnect the PCV hose from the valve cover.
5. Remove the nut and position the cooling fan wiring harness bracket aside.
6. Disconnect the 2 pin-type retainers from the valve cover.
7. Disconnect the variable camshaft timing (VCT) solenoid electrical connector.
8. Detach the wiring harness retainers from the valve cover studs.
9. Disconnect the EVAP canister purge valve electrical connector.
10. Disconnect the EVAP canister-to-EVAP canister purge valve EVAP hose from the EVAP canister purge valve.
11. Loosen the 10 bolts and remove the LH valve cover and gasket.
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Discard the gasket.
Installation
1. CAUTION: Do not use metal scrapers, wire brushes, power abrasive discs or other abrasive means to clean the sealing surfaces. These
tools cause scratches and gouges which make leak paths. Use a plastic scraping tool to remove all traces of old sealant.
