Left cylinder head cover, removing and installing

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Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

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Puller T40039

Removing

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Remove oil dipstick - 10 - from guide tube.
Remove bolts - 2 and 5 -.
Disconnect electrical connectors - 1, 3, 4, 6, 8, 9 - and free up wiring harness.
Remove crankcase ventilation hose - 7 - by pressing release buttons.

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Remove ignition coils using ignition coil puller T40039.

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Remove left cylinder head cover bolts in sequence - 15 to 1 -.
Remove cylinder head cover.

Installing

Tightening torque → Left cylinder head cover tightening sequence .

Installation is in reverse order of removal, note the following:

NOTE:

Replace cylinder head cover if damaged or leaking.
Replace bolts for cylinder head cover if gasket is damaged.

Clean sealing surfaces so they are completely free of any oil or grease.
Tighten cylinder head cover bolts → Left cylinder head cover tightening sequence