Town Car V8-4.6L (2008)
Valve Train Components - Exploded View (Part 2)
Removal
1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to Maintenance/Service and Repair.
2. Remove the camshaft roller followers.
3. Remove the spark plugs. For additional information, refer to Ignition System.
4. Position the piston at the top of the stroke.
5. Install compressed air in the cylinder to hold both valves in position.
6. CAUTION: If air pressure has forced the piston to the bottom of the cylinder, any loss of air pressure will allow the valve to fall into the
cylinder. If air pressure must be removed, support the valve prior to removal.
Use the special tool to compress the valve springs.
7. Remove the valve spring retainer keys, the valve spring retainers and the valve spring.
Installation
1. Position the valve spring and the valve spring retainers.
2. Install the special tool between the valve spring coils to prevent valve stem seal damage.
