Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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2009 Mercury Milan Premier, 3.0 1, AWD
Valve Tappets
2009 Mercury Milan Premier, 3.0 1, AWDSECTION Valve Tappets
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.
NOTE:
During engine repair procedures, cleanliness is extremely important. Any foreign material, including any material created while cleaning gasket surfaces that enters the oil passages, coolant passages or the oil pan, may cause engine failure.
- Depending on the valve tappets being serviced, remove the LH and/or the RH camshafts. For additional information, refer to Camshaft .
- Remove the valve tappets from the cylinder head.
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.
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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.