2007 Ford Taurus SEFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Cylinder Head: Notes

Special Tools

Illustration Tool Name Tool Number
GF0002399
 Compressor, Valve Spring 303-163 (T81P-6513-A)
Material

Item Specification
Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil
XO-5W20-QSP (US); Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 Super Premium Synthetic Motor Oil CXO-5W20-LSP12 (Canada); or equivalent		 WSS-M2C930-A
Fig 1: Exploded View Of Cylinder Head Components
GF0009269Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Item Part Number Description
1 6518 Valve spring retainer key (12 required)
2 6514 Valve spring retainer (6 required)
3 6513 Valve spring (6 required)
4 6050 Cylinder head
5 6507 Intake valve (3 required)
6 6505 Exhaust valve (3 required)
7 6A517 Exhaust valve seal (3 required)
8 6A517 Intake valve seal (3 required)
Factory Service Tools

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.

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