Cougar/XR7 V8-4.6L VIN W (1997)
before tightening.
6. Install oil pan with new oil pan gasket.
7. If cylinder heads are to be serviced, refer to Cylinder Head Assembly.
8. Clean cylinder head gasket surface with a toluene-based paint thinner or gasket remover. If gasket material remains on head after cleaning, use a
600 grit sandpaper to remove remaining material.
CAUTION: Do not use sandpaper coarser than 600 grit as damage to the cylinder head gasket surface may occur.
9. Position new head gaskets on cylinder head.
NOTE: RH and LH head gaskets are not interchangeable.
