Taurus V6-3.0L VIN 2 Flex Fuel (1997)
movement during rotation. Move the valve up and down through normal travel in the valve guide and check the stem for binds.
CAUTION: If the valve has been damaged, it will be necessary to remove the cylinder head for service.
2. If the condition of the valve is satisfactory, apply clean engine oil to the valve stem and hold the valve closed. Apply the air pressure within the
cylinder.
NOTE: Intake valve stem seals have a silver band around them while the exhaust valve stem seals have a red band.
3. Install new valve stem seal using a 5/8-inch deep-well socket. Make sure valve stem seal is bottomed on guide.
4. Position valve spring and valve spring retainer over valve stem.
5. Compress valve spring using a suitable valve spring compressor and install valve spring retainer keys.
6. Remove valve spring compressor.
7. Turn air supply OFF and remove adapter from spark plug hole.
8. Install spark plugs.
9. Install rocker arms, valve covers and upper intake manifold.
10. Start engine and check for leaks.
