Cover(S), Cylinder Head: Removal: Left

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2015 RAM 1500. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Battery Cables & Components

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Remove the nut (1) and the negative battery cables (10, 11).

Fig 2: Engine Cover
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Remove the clean air duct (2).
Remove the engine cover (1).
Remove the oil indicator tube bolt.

Fig 3: A/C Compressor
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Remove the accessory drive belt.
Disconnect the A/C compressor harness connector.
Remove the A/C compressor (3) from the engine block.

Fig 4: A/C Line Support Bracket
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Separate the A/C line support bracket (2).
Position the A/C compressor aside.

Fig 5: Injectors Harness Connectors & Ignition Coil Harness Connectors
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Disconnect the ignition coil harness connectors (2).
Disconnect the fuel injectors harness connectors (1).
Position the electrical harness aside.

Fig 6: Removing/Installing Ignition Coil
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Remove the ignition coil retaining bolts.
Remove the ignition coils (1).

Fig 7: Cylinder Head Cover Removal/Tightening Sequence
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Using the sequence shown in illustration, remove the cylinder head cover retaining bolts.

Fig 8: Cylinder Head & Cover
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Remove the cylinder head cover (1).
Clean the sealing surface of the cylinder head (2).

NOTE:

The cylinder head cover gasket may be used again, provided no cuts, tears, or deformation have occurred.