Ford Expedition 2000 Workshop Manual page 15

2000 Expedition/Navigator Workshop Manual
48. Position the LH valve cover and gasket on the cylinder head and install the bolts loosely.
49. Tighten the bolts in the sequence shown.
50. If a new gasket is being installed, apply instant adhesive completely around the gasket groove in the RH valve cover. Install the new valve cover gasket.
51. NOTE: If not secured within four minutes, the sealant must be removed and the sealing area cleaned. To clean the sealing area, use silicone gasket remover and
metal surface prep. Follow the directions on the packaging. Failure to follow this procedure can cause future oil leakage.
Apply silicone gasket and sealant in two places where the engine front cover meets the cylinder head.
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