How to service and repair the exhaust valve and intake valve on Ford Explorer?

The repairs on valve and valve seat require initial diameter measurements of intake and exhaust valve stems at their designated points. If these measurements are outside specified limits the technician should replace faulty components. Check for grooves or scoring at the end of the stem together with pits along with scores on the valve face and edge. Also examine the valve head for burning presence followed by evaluation of erosion and warpage and cracking. Assess the valve margin for wear. When grinding valves or valve seats you should check valve clearance and head and seat condition alongside verifying angles and margin width specifications. You should take measurements of the valve seat width following which necessary grinding steps should be performed according to specifications and then check both the intake and exhaust valve seat widths. The valve spring installed length should be rechecked after grinding then valve springs should be shimmed to reach the correct installed length. The last check involves using the Valve Seat Runout Gauge to measure valve seat runout.

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Ford Explorer Exhaust Valve Part Number: 4C3Z-6505-A
$69.90 MSRP: $101.75
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- Other Name: Valve - Exhaust; Intake Valve; Valves
- Manufacturer Note: VALVE, EXH
- Replaces: 4C3Z-6505-AA
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2006-2010 Ford Explorer | Eddie Bauer, Limited, XLT | 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
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Ford Explorer Exhaust Valve Part Number: AA5Z-6505-A
$57.56 MSRP: $83.78
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- Other Name: Valve - Exhaust
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2013-2018 Ford Explorer | Platinum, Sport | 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS
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Ford Explorer Exhaust Valve Part Number: EJ7Z-6505-A
$26.37 MSRP: $37.40
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- Other Name: Valve - Exhaust
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2016-2023 Ford Explorer | Base, Limited, ST-Line, Timberline, XLT | 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS
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Ford Explorer Exhaust Valve Part Number: AT4Z-6505-A
$18.77 MSRP: $27.32
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- Other Name: Valve - Exhaust
- Replaces: 7T4Z-6505-A
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2011-2023 Ford Explorer | Base, Limited, Limited Hybrid, Platinum Hybrid, XLT | 6 Cyl 3.3 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.3 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV), 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS
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Ford Explorer Exhaust Valve Part Number: AG9Z-6505-A
$34.51 MSRP: $48.95
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- Other Name: Valve - Exhaust
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2012-2015 Ford Explorer | Base, Limited, XLT | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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Ford Explorer Exhaust Valve Part Number: 2L2Z-6505-AA
$135.43 MSRP: $209.00
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- Other Name: Valve - Exhaust
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2006-2010 Ford Explorer | Eddie Bauer, Limited, XLS, XLT | 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS
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Ford Explorer Exhaust Valve Part Number: GB8Z-6505-A
$36.58 MSRP: $52.33
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- Other Name: Valve - Exhaust
- Replaced by: GB8Z-6505-D
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2020-2023 Ford Explorer | King Ranch, Platinum, ST | 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS
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Ford Explorer Exhaust Valve Part Number: XL3Z-6505-AA
$71.79 MSRP: $104.50
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Valve - Exhaust; Intake Valve; Valves
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2002-2005 Ford Explorer | Eddie Bauer, Limited, NBX, XLT, XLT Sport | 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
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Ford Explorer Exhaust Valve Part Number: F77Z-6505-AA
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Valve - Exhaust
- Manufacturer Note: Standard, OHV
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1991-2000 Ford Explorer | Eddie Bauer, Expedition, Limited, Postal, Sport, XL, XL Fleet, XLS, XLT | 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS
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Ford Explorer Exhaust Valve Part Number: E4AZ6505A
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Valve Exhaust; Intake Valve; Valves; Valve - Exhaust
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1996-2001 Ford Explorer | Eddie Bauer, Limited, XLS, XLT | 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS
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Ford Explorer Exhaust Valve Part Number: 2L2Z-6505-BA
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Valve - Exhaust
- Replaces: F87Z-6505-BA
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1997-2010 Ford Explorer | Eddie Bauer, Limited, NBX, Postal, Sport, XL, XL Fleet, XLS, XLS Sport, XLT, XLT Sport | 6 Cyl 4.0 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS

Ford Explorer Exhaust Valve

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Exhaust Valve is a vital component of internal combustion engine in the Ford Explorer cars to release the burnt gases produced in its cylinders. This function is paramount to prevent any problem or damage on the Exhaust Valve because it affects the engine power output, it can misfire, rough idle or gulps more fuel. Different types of Exhaust Valves have been used in the Ford Explorer models over the years with the main aim of improving the efficiency as well as the performance of the engine. Even for the certain types information is not provided, differences between them can be connected with the materials used or the changes in design for increasing sturdiness and effectiveness. All in all the proper functioning of the Exhaust Valve is of much importance to the proper functioning of the Ford Explorer.

Ford Explorer Exhaust Valve Parts and Q&A

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Q: How to service and repair the exhaust valve and intake valve on Ford Explorer?
A:
The repairs on valve and valve seat require initial diameter measurements of intake and exhaust valve stems at their designated points. If these measurements are outside specified limits the technician should replace faulty components. Check for grooves or scoring at the end of the stem together with pits along with scores on the valve face and edge. Also examine the valve head for burning presence followed by evaluation of erosion and warpage and cracking. Assess the valve margin for wear. When grinding valves or valve seats you should check valve clearance and head and seat condition alongside verifying angles and margin width specifications. You should take measurements of the valve seat width following which necessary grinding steps should be performed according to specifications and then check both the intake and exhaust valve seat widths. The valve spring installed length should be rechecked after grinding then valve springs should be shimmed to reach the correct installed length. The last check involves using the Valve Seat Runout Gauge to measure valve seat runout.