Valve Rocker Arm Cover Clean and Inspect
VALVE ROCKER ARM COVER CLEAN AND INSPECTIMPORTANT:
^ Do not reuse the valve rocker arm cover gasket.
Install a NEW gasket during assembly.
^ Remove the ignition coils before cleaning the cover in solvent. Do not submerge the ignition coils in solvent.
^ Note the location of the beauty cover mounting studs for assembly.
^ Do not remove the oil fill tube or crankcase vent valve grommet from the covers unless service is required.
^ If the oil fill tube or crankcase vent valve grommet have been removed from the rocker arm covers, install a NEW tube or grommet during assembly.
1. Remove the ignition coils, bolts and wire harness from the left cover (if required).
2. Remove the ignition coils, bolts and wire harness from the right cover (if required).
3. Remove the oil fill cap and tube from the right cover (if required).
4. Remove the crankcase vent valve grommet from the left cover (if required).
5. Remove the gaskets from the covers.
6. Remove the cover mounting bolts (with grommets).
Cover mounting bolts and grommets that are damaged may be reused during assembly.
7. Clean the covers in solvent.
CAUTION: Wear safety glasses in order to avoid eye damage.
8. Dry the covers with compressed air.
9. Inspect the ventilation system passages for restrictions.
10. Inspect the gasket grooves for damage.
11. Inspect the coil mounting bosses threaded bolt holes for damaged threads or debris.
12. Inspect the oil fill tube and the crankcase vent valve grommet for a loose fit or damage.