Cylinder Head: Assembly

2009 Mercury Milan Premier, 3.0 1, AWDSECTION Assembly
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    NOTE: Coat the valve stems with clean engine oil.
  1. Install the valves.
  2. NOTE: Use the protector provided with the replacement kit to prevent damage to the valve seals. Lubricate the valve stems and guides with clean engine oil.
  3. Using the Valve Stem Oil Seal Installer, install the valve seals.
  4. Fig 1: Installing Valve Seal Using Special Tool (303-470)
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RENDER: 1.0x

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