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Valve Covers: Removal

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  1. Disconnect negative battery cable. Remove intake air tube. Remove interior engine cover. For right valve cover, remove oil filler tube and dipstick tube.
    NOTE: Note original location of distribution washers for installation reference.
  2. Remove transmission dipstick tube. Remove generator and ignition coil. Remove spark plug wires. If removing left valve cover, remove upper intake manifold. See INTAKE MANIFOLDS . Remove left valve cover attaching bolts, and remove left valve cover.
  3. Remove A/C compressor from bracket with hoses attached, and set aside. Remove right valve cover attaching bolts, and remove right valve cover.
CAUTION: Failure to use NEW valve cover gaskets and valve cover load distribution washers will result in oil leaks.
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