Mark VIII V8-4.6L DOHC (1996)
INSTALLATION
1. Clean sealing surfaces of cylinder head and valve cover. Remove all traces of oil, dirt and previously applied sealant from engine front cover and
cylinder head sealing surfaces. Sealing surfaces must be clean and dry before applying sealant.
2. Install new spark plug bore to valve cover seals. Use of sealant is not required.
3. Position and, using a suitable adhesive, glue new valve cover gasket into valve cover.
4. Apply Silicone Gasket and Sealant F6AZ-1 9562-A or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSE-M4G323-A6 in both places where engine front
cover meets cylinder head. Install valve cover onto cylinder head.
5. Install bolts and stud bolts into valve cover. Tighten bolts and studs to 8-12 N.m (71-106 lb-in) no more than four minutes after applying sealer.
6. Install spark plugs and ignition wires.
7. Install ignition wire cover and retaining nuts onto valve cover studs. Tighten retaining nuts to 5-7 N.m (40-65 lb-in).
8. Position oil level indicator tube onto valve cover stud and install retaining nut. Tighten to 8-12 N.m (71-106 lb-in).
9. Position EGR vacuum regulator solenoid bracket over studs. Install two retaining nuts. Tighten to 8-12 N.m (71-106 lb-in).
10. Install positive crankcase ventilation valve into crankcase ventilation grommet.
11. Install power distribution box and bracket.
12. Install strut appearance cover onto LH front fender apron, next to power distribution box.
13. Connect fuel charging wiring at the 42 pin connector.
14. Install vacuum supply hose to the power brake booster and secondary air injection control solenoid vacuum valve.
15. Install engine intake air resonator onto air cleaner outlet tube and studs. Tighten resonator to air cleaner outlet tube clamp to 1.8-2.6 N.m (16-23
lb-in).
