Valve Rocker Arm Cover Cleaning and Inspection
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 GMC Envoy XUV, 2004 GMC Envoy XL, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer, and 2004 Buick Rainier. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Do not use the valve rocker arm cover gasket again. Install a NEW gasket during assembly.
- Remove the ignition coils before cleaning the cover in solvent. Do not submerge the ignition coils in solvent.
- 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 has been removed from the rocker arm covers, install a NEW tube or grommet during assembly.
- Remove the ignition coil and bracket assembly, bolts, and wire harness from the left cover, if required.
- Remove the ignition coil and bracket assembly, bolts, and wire harness from the right cover, if required.
- Inspect the tube for a loose fit or damage.
- Remove the oil fill cap and tube from the right cover, if required.
- Remove the gaskets (504) from the covers.
- Remove the cover mounting bolts, with grommets.
Cover mounting bolts and grommets that are not damaged may be used again during assembly.
- Clean the covers in solvent.
- Dry the covers with compressed air.
- Inspect the ventilation system passages for restrictions.
- Inspect the gasket grooves for damage.
- Inspect the coil bracket threaded bolt holes for damage or debris.
IMPORTANT:
CAUTION:
Refer to Safety Glasses Caution
in Cautions and Notices.