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Removal Procedure

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  1. Remove the oil indicator tube. Refer to Oil Level Indicator Tube Replacement .
  2. Remove the left side PCV hose/pipe. Refer to Positive Crankcase Ventilation Hose/Pipe/Tube Replacement (Left Side - L83, L86) Positive Crankcase Ventilation Hose/Pipe/Tube Replacement (Right Side - L83, L86) Positive Crankcase Ventilation Hose/Pipe/Tube Replacement (Center - L83) Positive Crankcase Ventilation Hose/Pipe/Tube Replacement (Center - L86) .
  3. Remove the ignition coils. Refer to Ignition Coil Replacement .
  4. Fig 1: Valve Rocker Arm Cover Bolts
    GM3270861Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  5. Remove the valve rocker arm cover bolts (1).
  6. Fig 2: Valve Rocker Arm Cover And Valve Rocker Arm Gasket
    GM3271043Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  7. Remove the valve rocker arm cover (1).
  8. Remove and DISCARD valve rocker arm gasket (2). Refer to Replacing Engine Gaskets .
  9. Clean and inspect the rocker arm cover. Refer to Valve Rocker Arm Cover Cleaning and Inspection .