Replacing the Valve Cover Gasket

Model: Ford Focus MK 1 - Years 1998-2004
Part: Cylinder head

In this video, you will replace the gasket and internal brackets of the valve cover on a Ford Focus. Disconnect the throttle valves and cruise control cables using a small flathead screwdriver to release the red and grey clips. After removing the retaining bolt, extract the four spark plugs one at a time. Once you have lifted and set aside the entire spark plug harness with its cables, you will need to free the valve cover from any obstacles preventing its removal. It is advisable to also remove each spark plug. At this point, using a ratchet and an extension, you can undo all the bolts securing the valve cover (two of which are located in the centre). Once the cover is lifted, proceed to clean the spark plug wells. Clean the spark plugs if necessary. Now take the valve cover and, using a flathead screwdriver, carefully remove the two internal brackets and the outer perimeter gasket without damaging the plastic. After replacing these three pieces with new ones, proceed to clean the inside of the wells. Once the cleaning and replacements are done, reassemble everything as before by reversing the disassembly steps.

Updated on 9 February 2026 by ScegliAuto

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