Installation Procedure

Clean the sealing surfaces.
Apply sealing compound to areas (1) and (2). Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants and Sealers .

Fig 1: Sealing Compound Application Areas
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NOTE: The thickness of the sealing bead should be 2 mm (0.0787 in).
Install the camshaft cover (2) and a NEW gasket (3).

Fig 2: Camshaft Cover And Gasket
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NOTE: The installation procedure should not take longer than 10 minutes.
Install the 15 camshaft cover bolts (1).
Tighten the 15 camshaft cover bolts in a sequence as shown to 8 N.m (71 lb in).

Fig 3: Camshaft Cover Bolts Tightening Sequence
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CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
Install engine control module wiring harness (1) to camshaft cover.

Fig 4: Wiring Harnesses And Plugs
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- Clip engine control module wiring harness plug to camshaft cover.
- Connect intake camshaft position sensor wiring harness plug (7).
- Connect intake camshaft position actuator solenoid valve wiring harness plug (6).
- Connect exhaust camshaft position sensor wiring harness plug (4).
- Connect exhaust camshaft position actuator solenoid valve wiring harness plug (5).
- Connect engine coolant temperature sensor wiring harness plug (3).
- Connect engine oil pressure indicator switch wiring harness plug (2).
Install ignition coil. Refer to Ignition Coil Replacement .
Install the positive crankcase ventilation pipe to camshaft cover. Refer to Positive Crankcase Ventilation Hose/Pipe/Tube Replacement .
Check and correct engine oil level.
Close the hood.