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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2009FUSION SEL, 3.0 1, FWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1034 (ENGINE)DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY OF SUBASSEMBLIESCYLINDER HEADDISASSEMBLY
2009 Ford Fusion SEL, 3.0 1, FWD

Cylinder Head: Disassembly

2009 Ford Fusion SEL, 3.0 1, FWDSECTION Disassembly
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Lincoln MKZ. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

All cylinder heads 

NOTE: If the components are to be reinstalled, they must be installed in the same positions. Mark the components for installation into their original locations.
  1. Using the Valve Spring Compressors, remove the keys, retainer and spring.
    2. Fig 1: Removing Keys, Retainer & Spring Using Special Tools (303-1249, 303-350, 303-300)
    GF0029219Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Remove the valve from the cylinder head.
  3. Remove and discard the valve stem seal.
  4. Repeat the above steps for each valve.

    5. RH cylinder head 

  5. Remove and discard the Cylinder Head Temperature (CHT) sensor.
    6. Fig 2: Identifying Cylinder Head Temperature (CHT) Sensor
    GF0029291Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
RENDER: 1.0x

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