Mustang Cobra V8-281 4.6L DOHC VIN V MFI (1997)
b. Tighten an additional 60°.
17. Install new oil bypass filter (6714).
NOTE: Make sure cylinder heads are installed in their original position.
18. If cylinder heads are to be serviced, refer to Cylinder Head for testing and disassembly procedures. See: Cylinder Head Assembly
CAUTION: Do not use sandpaper courser than 600 grit or damage to cylinder head or cylinder block may occur.
19. Clean cylinder head gasket surface with a toluene-based paint thinner or gasket remover. If gasket material remains on head after cleaning, use a
plastic-tipped scraper and Scotch Brite(r) or 600 grit sandpaper to remove remaining material.
NOTE: RH and LH head gaskets are NOT interchangeable.
20. Position new head gaskets on cylinder block. Apply local pressure around dowel hole in head gasket to snap-fit head gasket in place.
NOTE: With crankshaft in this position, no piston will be at top dead center (TDC).
21. Rotate crankshaft to position as shown (keyway at 90° before TDC).
CAUTION:
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With rocker arms installed, failure to position crankshaft as shown will cause damage to piston and/or valve train components.
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Use care when positioning cylinder heads. Damage to cylinder block and/or cylinder heads may result.
NOTE: Make sure cylinder heads are installed in their original positions.
22. Position cylinder heads on cylinder block.
CAUTION: Cylinder head bolts must be replaced with new bolts. They are torque-to-yield designed and cannot be reused.
NOTE: Apply clean engine oil to all head bolt washers and threads.
