Cover(S), Cylinder Head: Installation

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CAUTION:

Do not use harsh cleaners to clean the cylinder head covers. Severe damage to covers may occur.

CAUTION:

Do not allow other components including the wire harness to rest on or against the engine cylinder head cover. Prolonged contact with other objects may wear a hole in the cylinder head cover.

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NOTE:

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

Clean the cylinder head cover (1) and the sealing surface of the cylinder head (2). Inspect and replace gasket if necessary.
Install the cylinder head cover and hand start all fasteners.

Fig 1: Cylinder Head Cover Removal/Tightening Sequence
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Using the sequence shown, tighten the cylinder head cover bolts to 8 N.m (70 lbs in.).

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Before installing the ignition coils, apply dielectric grease to the inside of the spark plug boots (1).
Install the ignition coils.

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NOTE:
Right side shown, left side similar.
Tighten the ignition coil retaining bolts (3) to 7 N.m (62 in. lbs.).
Position the electrical harness (2).
Connect the ignition coil electrical connectors (1).

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Install the engine cover (2). Refer to INSTALLATION .

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Connect the negative battery cable (1).