1991 1999 ford explorer chilton User Manual

Remove the valve seal from the valve stem-O-ring type seal shown
Removing an umbrella/positive type seal
If equipped, remove the valve seal. If the seal is difficult to remove with the valve in place, try
removing the valve first, then the seal. Follow the steps below for valve removal.
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Invert the cylinder head and withdraw the valve from the valve guide bore
Position the head to allow access for withdrawing the valve.
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Cylinder heads that have seen a lot of miles and/or abuse may have mushroomed the valve lock grove
and/or tip, causing difficulty in removal of the valve. If this has happened, use a metal file to carefully
remove the high spots around the lock grooves and/or tip. Only file it enough to allow removal.
Remove the valve from the cylinder head.
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If equipped, remove...

Exploded view of a valve, seal, spring, retainer and locks from an OHC cylinder head HOW TO USE THIS BOOK
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Example of a multi-valve cylinder head. Note how it has 2 intake and 2 exhaust valve ports
C-clamp type spring compressor and an OHC spring removal tool (center) for cup type followers
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The 4.0L SOHC engine cylinder heads retain the camshaft using bolt-on bearing caps
Most cylinder heads with rocker arm-type camshaft followers are easily disassembled using a standard valve
spring compressor. However, certain models may not have enough open space around the spring for the
standard tool and may require you to use a C-clamp style compressor tool instead.
Example of the shaft mounted rocker arms on some OHC headsHOW TO USE THIS BOOK
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Another example of the rocker arm type OHC head. This model uses a follower under the
camshaft
If not already removed, remove the rocker arms and/or shafts and the camshaft. If applicable, also
remove the hydraulic lash adjusters. Mark their positions for assembly.
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Before the camshaft can be removed, all of the followers must first be removed ... HOW TO USE THIS BOOK
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... then the camshaft can be removed by sliding it out (shown), or unbolting a bearing cap (not
shown)
Position the cylinder head to allow access to the valve spring.
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Use a valve spring compressor tool to relieve the spring tension from the retainer.
3. 
Compress the valve spring ...
Due to engine varnish, the retainer may stick to the valve locks. A gentle tap with a hammer may help
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... then remove the valve locks from the valve stem and spring retainer
Remove the valve locks from the valve tip and/or retainer. A small magnet may help in removing the
small locks.
4. 
Lift the valve spring, tool and all, off of the valve stem.
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Remove the valve spring and retainer from the cylinder head
If equipped, remove the valve seal. If the seal is difficult to remove with the valve in place, try
removing the valve first, then the seal. Follow the steps below for valve removal.
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Remove the valve seal from the guide. Some gentle prying or pliers may help to remove
stubborn ones
Position the head to allow access for withdrawing the valve.
7. 
Cylinder heads that have seen a lot of miles and/or abuse may have mushroomed the valve lock grove
and/or tip, causing difficulty in removal of the valve. If this has happened, use a metal file to carefully
remove the high spots around the lock grooves and/or tip. Only file it enough to allow removal.
Remove the valve from the cylinder head....

INSPECTION
Now that all of the cylinder head components are clean, its time to inspect them for wear and/or damage. To
accurately inspect them, you will need some specialized tools:
A 0-1 in. micrometer for the valves
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A dial indicator or inside diameter gauge for the valve guides
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A spring pressure test gauge
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If you do not have access to the proper tools, you may want to bring the components to a shop that does.
Valves
The first thing to inspect are the valve heads. Look closely at the head,...