Ford Ecosport: Engine - 2.0L Duratec-HE (129kW/175PS) / Removal and Installation - Valve Tappets
Removal
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Remove the camshafts.
Refer to: Camshaft (303-01C Engine - 2.0L Duratec-HE (129kW/175PS), Removal and Installation).
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NOTE:
If the camshafts and valve tappets are to be
reused, mark the location of the valve tappets to make sure they are
assembled in their original positions.
NOTE:
Lubricate the valve tappets with clean engine oil prior to installation.
Remove the valve tappets.
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NOTE:
The number on the valve tappets only reflects the
digits that follow the decimal. For example, a tappet with the number
0.650 has the thickness of 3.650 mm.
NOTE:
Install new components as necessary.
Inspect the valve tappets.
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Removal
NOTICE:
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 can cause engine failure...
Other information:
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the engine appearance cover.
Remove the battery tray.
Refer to: Battery Tray (414-01 Battery, Mounting and Cables, Removal and Installation)...
Nearly all engines consume oil, which is essential for
normal lubrication of the cylinder bore walls and pistons and rings.
Determining the level of oil consumption may require testing by
recording how much oil is being added over a given set of miles...