Mustang GT V8-4.6L SOHC VIN X (1998)
Valve Cover: Service and Repair
Left Side
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect battery ground cable.
2. Remove air cleaner outlet tube.
3. Disconnect speed control actuator cable from throttle body. Position speed control actuator cable out of the way.
4. Disconnect engine control sensor extension wire from the electronic variable orifice sensor and oil pressure sensor. Position engine control sensor
extension wire out of way.
5. Disconnect ignition wires from spark plugs.
CAUTION: Do not pull on the ignition wire as ignition wire may separate from the connector in the ignition wire boot.
6. Remove ignition wires and ignition wire separators from studs and position ignition wires out of the way.
7. Remove bolts and stud bolts retaining valve cover to cylinder head. Remove valve cover.
INSTALLATION
1. Remove all traces of dirt, oil or previously applied sealants from the engine front cover and cylinder head sealing surfaces. Sealing surfaces must
be clean and dry before applying sealant.
2. Position and glue new valve cover gasket onto valve cover. Use Gasket and Trim Adhesive F3AZ-19B508-B meeting Ford specifications
ESR-M11P17-A and ESE-M2G52-A.
3. Apply Silicone Gasket and Sealant F6AZ-19562-AA or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSE-M4G323-A6 in both places where engine
front cover meets cylinder head.
