Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Valve Cover RH

Material

Item Specification
Silicone Gasket and Sealant F7AZ-19554-EA or equivalent WSE-M4G323-A4

Removal and Installation

1. Remove the air cleaner outlet tube. For additional information, refer to Section.

2. Disconnect the fuel line. For additional information, refer to Section.

3. Separate the engine wiring harness from the valve cover studs.

Valve Cover RH

4. Separate the engine wiring harness from the valve cover studs.

Valve Cover RH

5. Remove the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) hose from the valve cover and position aside.

Valve Cover RH

6. Raise and support the vehicle. For additional information, refer to Section.

7. Remove the bolt and position the transmission filler tube aside.

Valve Cover RH

8. Remove the bolts, studs and the valve cover in the sequence shown.

  • Clean and inspect the sealing surfaces.

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9. NOTE: Apply an eight millimeter bead of silicone gasket and sealant at the intersection of the engine front cover and the cylinder head.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Valve Cover RH

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