Valve Stem Seal - Installation Preparation
84ford15Article No. 84-8-11
VALVE STEM SEAL (3.3L, 3.8L, 4.2L, 5.0L, 5.8L, 6.6L) - SOAK NYLON SEALS IN WATER PRIOR TO INSTALLATION
FORD 1984 & PRIOR MUSTANG, FAIRMONT, GRANADA, T-BIRD, FORD, LTD, CROWN VICTORIA
LINCOLN-MERCURY 1984 & PRIOR CAPRI, ZEPHYR, COUGAR, XR7, MERCURY, LINCOLN, MARK, CONTINENTAL, MARQUIS, GRAND MARQUIS
LIGHT TRUCKS 1984 & PRIOR E & F-SERIES
Nylon valve stem seals can crack or break during installation on the valve if the seal material is not made pliable prior to installation on the valve.
Soak valve stem seals in boiling water for twenty minutes, or soak in water at room temperature for twenty-four hours prior to installation. This will make the seal material more pliable for easier installation and prevent cracking during installation.
OTHER APPLICABLE ARTICLES: 82-25
WARRANTY STATUS: "INFORMATION ONLY"