Section 03-01D: Engine, Diesel, 7.3L
1996 F-Series Workshop Manual
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

Valve Tappet

Removal

  1. NOTE: Valve tappets (6500) should be kept in order so they can be installed in their original position. Inspect and test each valve tappet separately to prevent intermixing the valve tappets.

    Remove the appropriate cylinder head (6049). Refer to Cylinder Head, Left or Right, in the Removal and Installation portion of this section.

  1. Remove the two camshaft follower guide retainer screws and the camshaft follower guide retainer.

  1. Remove the camshaft follower guide.

  1. Remove the valve tappet.

Installation

  1. Lubricate valve tappet and valve tappet bores with recommended quality engine oil. Install valve tappet in its original location.

  1. Install the camshaft follower guide.

  1. Install the camshaft follower guide retainer and the two camshaft follower guide retainer screws. Tighten screws to standard torque specifications listed at the end of this section.

  1. Install the cylinder head. Refer to Cylinder Head, Left or Right, in the Removal and Installation portion of this section.