Navigator 4WD V8-5.4L SOHC VIN L (1998)
scratches and gouges which make leak paths. Use a plastic scraping tool to remove all traces of old sealant.
NOTE:
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If the engine front cover is not secured within four minutes, the sealant must be removed and the sealing area cleaned with Metal Surface
Cleaner F4AZ-19A536-RA or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSE-MSB392-A. Allow to dry until there is no sign of wetness, or
four minutes, whichever is longer. Failure to follow this procedure can cause future oil leakage.
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Make sure that the engine front cover gasket is in place on the engine front cover before installation.
2. Install the engine front cover with engine front cover gasket on the front cover to cylinder block dowel and loosely install the bolts.
