Cylinder Head Cover

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Fig 1: Cylinder Head Cover Gasket

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NOTE:

Gasket must be completely dry and free of oil before installation. Pneumatic tools should NOT be used to remove or install the cover.

Clean all the gasket sealing surfaces. Refer to ENGINE GASKET SURFACE PREPARATION .
Inspect cylinder head cover gasket (2) for tears, or splits. Replace if necessary.
If removed, install the cylinder head cover gasket (2) on the rocker box. Tighten the fuel injector wire harness nuts (1) to 1.50 N.m (13 in. lbs.).

Fig 2: Injector Harness Connectors
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If removed, connect both fuel injector wire harness connectors (1).

Fig 3: Cylinder Head Cover & Gasket
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NOTE:
Pneumatic tools should NOT be used to remove or install the cover.
Install the cylinder head cover (2). Tighten bolts (1) from the center out to 24 N.m (18 ft. lbs.).

Fig 4: Identifying CCV Tube, Crankcase Pressure Sensor Connector, CCV Oil Drains & Close Crankcase Ventilation (CCV) Cover
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Install the Closed Crankcase Ventilation (CCV) drain tubes (3) to the cylinder head cover.
Install the crankcase breather and CCV cover. Refer to SYSTEM, CLOSED CRANKCASE VENTILATION (CCV), INSTALLATION .

Fig 5: Crankcase Pressure Sensor Wire Harness Connector & Clamp
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Connect the crankcase pressure sensor 2 wire harness connector (1).

Fig 6: Locating Crankcase Pressure Sensor
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Connect the crankcase pressure sensor 1 wire harness connector (7).

Fig 7: Engine Cover, Bolts & Oil Dipstick
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Install the engine cover (3). Tighten bolts (1) to 10 N.m (89 in. lbs.).
Install the engine oil dipstick (2).
Connect both of the negative battery cables.
Start the vehicle and check for leaks.