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Maverick 2005 (08.2004-)

Engine - 2.3L Duratec-HE (MI4) - Valve Seals—Vehicles Built From: 12/2005 Maverick 2005 (08/2004-)
In-vehicle Repair

Special Tool(s)

Compressor, Valve Spring

303-300 (T87C-6565-A)

Compressor, Valve Spring

303-350 (T89P-6565-A)

Compressor, Valve Spring

303-472 (T94P-6565-AH)

Installer, Valve Stem Oil Seal

303-470 (T94P-6510-CH)

Remover, Valve Stem Oil Seal

303-468 (T94P-6510-AH)

Slide Hammer

307-005 (T59L-100-B)
Materials
Name
Specification
Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil
XO-5W20-QSP (US); Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 Super Premium Motor Oil CXO-5W20-LSP12 (Canada); or equivalent
WSS-M2C930-A
Multi-Purpose Grease
XG-4 and/or XL-5
ESB-M1C93-B

Removal

CAUTION:
CAUTION:During engine repair procedures, cleanliness is extremely important. Any foreign material (including any material created while cleaning gasket surfaces) that enters the oil passages, coolant passages or the oil pan can cause engine failure.
  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to Section 100-02 Jacking and Lifting.
  1. Remove the camshafts. For additional information, refer to Camshafts in this section.
  1. NOTE:
    NOTE:If the camshafts and valve tappets are to be reused, mark the location of the valve tappets to make sure they are assembled in their original positions.
    NOTE:
    NOTE:The number on the valve tappets only reflects the digits that follow the decimal. For example, a tappet with the number 0.650 has the thickness of 3.650 mm.
    Remove and inspect the valve tappets. For additional information, refer to Section 303-00 Engine System - General Information.
  1. Remove the spark plugs. For additional information, refer to Section 303-07A Engine IgnitionSection 303-07B Engine Ignition.
  1. WARNING:
    WARNING:Always wear protective goggles when working with compressed air. This can prevent injury. Failure to follow these instructions can result in personal injury.
    CAUTION:
    CAUTION:Use compressed air at 7 to 10 bars (100-150 psi). Do not disconnect the compressed air from the cylinder until the valve spring, valve spring retainer and valve collet is installed. Any loss of air pressure will allow the valve to fall into the cylinder.
    Connect the compressed air supply to cylinder No. 1.

  1. NOTE:
    NOTE:Place all parts in order to one side.
    Apply compressed air to the cylinder and remove the valve spring.
    • Using the special tools, compress the valve spring and remove the valve collet, using some multi-purpose grease and a small screwdriver.
    • Remove the valve spring retainer and the valve spring.

  1. Using the special tools, remove and discard the valve seal.

Installation
  1. Install the valve stem seal installation sleeve.

  1. Using the special tool, install the valve seal.

  1. NOTE:
    NOTE:Check the seating of the valve collet.
    Using the special tools, install the valve spring.
    • Insert the valve spring and the valve spring retainer.
    • Compress the valve spring and install the valve collet using some multi-purpose grease and a small screwdriver.
  1. Disconnect the compressed air supply.
  1. Repeat the appropriate removal and installation steps for all of the other cylinders.
  1. Install the spark plugs. For additional information, refer to Section 303-07A Engine IgnitionSection 303-07B Engine Ignition.
  1. Coat the valve tappets with clean engine oil and insert them.
  1. Install the camshafts. For additional information, refer to Camshafts in this section.

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