Ford Escape: Engine / Removal and Installation - Valve Tappets

Removal

1. Remove the camshafts.
   Refer to: Camshafts (303-01B Engine - 2.0L EcoBoost (177kW/240PS) – MI4, Removal and Installation).
   

1. • If the camshafts and valve tappets are to be reused, make sure they are assembled in their original positions.
     
   • Remove the valve tappets.
     

1. 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 and replace as necessary.
   

Installation

1. Lubricate the valve tappets with clean engine oil and install the valve tappets.
   

1. Install the camshafts.
   Refer to: Camshafts (303-01B Engine - 2.0L EcoBoost (177kW/240PS) – MI4, Removal and Installation).
   

1. Road test the vehicle.