Rocker Arm: Removal

2021 Ford Edge SE, 4WDSECTION Removal
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NOTE: This procedure should be used when removing and replacing the clipped roller finger follower or hydraulic lash adjuster and the camshafts are not removed.

LH side rocker armΒ 

  1. Remove the LH valve cover. Refer to: Valve Cover LHΒ .
  2. NOTE: This step only necessary if the pedestal cap needs to be removed to access the clipped roller finger followers.

    Remove the bolts and the pedestal cap.

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  3. Rotate the crankshaft pulley bolt clockwise to position the camshaft lobe upward for the clipped roller finger follower to be removed.
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  4. Remove the clipped roller finger follower. Repeat steps for any other clipped roller finger follower that needs to be removed.
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    RH side rocker armΒ 

  5. Remove the valve cover. Refer to: Valve Cover RHΒ . Refer to: Valve Cover RH .
  6. Rotate the crankshaft pulley bolt clockwise to position the camshaft lobe upward for the clipped roller finger follower to be removed.
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    1. Install Special Service Tool: 303-1633 Remover, Roller Rocker Follower., 303-1633-01 Remover, Roller Rocker Follower.
    2. Turn the knob on the special tool clockwise to depress the valve and spring.
    GFD553877Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  7. Remove the clipped roller finger follower. Repeat steps for any other clipped roller finger follower that needs to be removed.
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