Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Drain the cooling system. Refer to DRAINING AND FILLING COOLING SYSTEM in Engine Cooling.
- Remove the left spark plug wires. Refer to SPARK PLUGS in Engine Performance - Removal and Installation.
- Remove the thermostat bypass hose and the pipe. Refer to THERMOSTAT BYPASS PIPES REPLACEMENT in Engine Cooling.
- Remove the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve 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 cover.
- Clean the valve rocker arm cover gasket mating surfaces.