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Valve Covers: Removal

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  1. Disconnect negative battery cable. Remove intake air tube and splash shield. On right valve cover, remove ignition coil and generator. Remove spark plug wires. Remove engine harness clips from valve cover. Remove valve cover bolts and valve cover.
  2. If removing left valve cover, remove upper intake manifold. Remove A/C compressor with hoses attached. Position A/C compressor and harness aside. Disconnect necessary vacuum hoses. Remove wiring harness from valve cover. Remove spark plug wires.
  3. Remove PCV hose and breather. Keeping in removal order, remove valve cover attaching bolts and load distribution washers. Remove valve covers.
CAUTION: Failure to use NEW valve cover gaskets and valve cover load distribution washers will result in oil leaks.
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