Engine Valley Cover Cleaning and Inspection
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IMPORTANT:
Do not reuse the valley cover knock sensor oil seals. Install NEW oil seals during assembly.
Do not reuse the valley cover gasket. Install a NEW gasket during assembly.
- Remove the knock sensor oil seals (1) from the valley cover (2).
- Clean the valley cover in solvent.CAUTION: Refer to SAFETY GLASSES CAUTION in Cautions and Notices.
- Dry the valley cover with compressed air.
- Inspect the gasket sealing surfaces for excessive scratches or gouging. Refer to Replacing Engine Gaskets .
- Inspect the valley cover oil seal bores for excessive scratches or gouging.