Replacing Valve Rocker Arm Cover - Left: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Buick LaCrosse and 2006 Buick Allure. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure (L26) in Engine Electrical.
- Remove the left engine lift bracket bolt and nut from the engine lift bracket.
- Remove the left engine lift bracket from the cylinder head.
- Remove the right engine mount strut bracket. Refer to Replacing Engine Mount Strut Bracket - Right (L26) .
- Remove the left spark plug wires from the left spark plugs. Refer to Spark Plug Wire Replacement in Engine Controls - 3.8L.
- Remove the left spark plug wire cover from the left valve rocker arm cover.
- Remove the left valve rocker arm cover bolts.
- Remove the left valve rocker arm cover.
- Remove the left valve rocker arm cover gasket.
- Clean the valve rocker arm mating surfaces.
- Clean the valve rocker arm cover bolts of all thread locking adhesive.
IMPORTANT:
If the valve rocker arm cover adheres to the cylinder head, remove the valve rocker arm cover by bumping the end of the valve rocker arm cover with palm of hand or with a soft rubber mallet.