Ford F150 Pickup. Instruction — part 964

Fig. 749: Removing Engine Front Cover
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29. Remove the crankshaft sensor ring from the crankshaft.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

2003 ENGINE Engine - 4.6L & 5.4L - F150 Pickup

Fig. 750: Removing Crankshaft Sensor Ring From Crankshaft
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30. Install the special tool between the valve spring coils to prevent valve stem seal damage.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

2003 ENGINE Engine - 4.6L & 5.4L - F150 Pickup

Fig. 751: Installing Special Tool Between Valve Spring Coils
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NOTE:

The camshaft roller followers must be reinstalled in their
original locations. Record the camshaft roller follower
locations.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

2003 ENGINE Engine - 4.6L & 5.4L - F150 Pickup

Fig. 752: Removing Camshaft Roller Followers
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31. Use the special tool to compress the valve springs, and remove the camshaft roller followers.

32. Remove the special tool.

2003 Ford Pickup F150

2003 ENGINE Engine - 4.6L & 5.4L - F150 Pickup