Removal & Installation
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- Disconnect negative battery cable. Remove right or left valve cover as necessary. To remove right valve cover, remove drive belt, generator mounting bracket and generator. To remove left valve cover, remove intake ducting, crankcase breather and vacuum hose from vacuum pump.
- Disconnect harness connector from valve cover gasket. Remove valve cover bolts and valve cover. Disconnect wiring from fuel injectors. Remove valve cover gasket.
- Disconnect wiring from glow plug using a pair of pliers. Remove glow plug. If damage is evident, replace glow plug. To install, reverse removal procedure. Tighten glow plug to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Ensure wiring under valve cover is routed to avoid moving parts.