MAMUSTANG ATLASTHE ENTHUSIAST'S REFERENCE

2016 workshop · Engine

Valve Cover LH

303-01C Engine - 5.0L

2016 Mustang5.0LReference 348 / 6,619HTML edition
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303-01C Engine - 5.0L 32V Ti-VCT/5.0L Ti-VCT V8 (308kW/418PS) 2016 Mustang

Removal and Installation Procedure revision date: 04/9/2015

Valve Cover LH

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment

Valve Cover LH — original illustration 1, reference 348Original colors & callouts · Select to enlarge

205-142 (T80T-4000-J) Installer, Differential Bearing Cone

Valve Cover LH — original illustration 2, reference 348Original colors & callouts · Select to enlarge

205-153 (T80T-4000-W) Handle

Valve Cover LH — original illustration 3, reference 348Original colors & callouts · Select to enlarge

303-1247 VCT Spark Plug Tube Seal Remover and Installer TKIT-2006UF-FLM TKIT-2006UF-ROW

Plastic Scraper

Materials

Name

Specification

Motorcraft® Silicone Gasket Remover ZC-30-A

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Motorcraft® Metal Surface Prep ZC-31-B

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Silicone Gasket and Sealant TA-30

WSE-M4G323-A4

Metal Brake Parts Cleaner (U.S.) PM-4-A, PM-4-B (U.S.)

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Removal

NOTICE: During engine repair procedures, cleanliness is extremely important. Any foreign material, including any material created while cleaning gasket surfaces, that enters the oil passages, coolant passages or the oil pan, can cause engine failure.

1. Release the fuel system pressure. Refer to: Fuel System Pressure Release (310-00C Fuel System - General Information - 5.0L 32V Ti-VCT/5.0L Ti-VCT V8 (308kW/418PS), General Procedures).

2. Disconnect the battery ground and positive cables. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect (414-01 Battery, Mounting and Cables, General Procedures).

3. If equipped with a strut tower cross brace, detach the wiring harness retainer. Remove the nuts and the strut tower cross brace.

Source reference 348

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