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Valve Cover - LH: Removal

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  1. Remove the air cleaner intake pipe. For additional information, refer to INTAKE AIR DISTRIBUTION & FILTERING .
  2. Remove the LH ignition coils. For additional information, refer to ENGINE IGNITION - 5.4L AND 6.8L (3V) .
  3. Remove the oil level indicator and tube. For additional information, refer to OIL LEVEL INDICATOR AND TUBE .
  4. Disconnect the quick connect couplings and remove the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) tube. For additional information, refer to FUEL SYSTEM-GENERAL INFORMATION - GASOLINE AND DIESEL .
  5. Disconnect the intake manifold vacuum tube hose from the brake booster.
  6. Disconnect the radio ignition interference capacitor electrical connector.
  7. Disconnect the variable camshaft timing (VCT) solenoid electrical connector and the wiring harness retainers.
  8. Disconnect the intake manifold vacuum tube from the support bracket and the valve cover stud.
    9. CAUTION: Do not use metal scrapers, wire brushes, power abrasive discs or other abrasive means to clean the sealing surfaces. These tools cause scratches and gouges which make leak paths. Use a plastic scraping tool to remove all traces of old sealant.
    CAUTION: When removing the valve cover, make sure to avoid damaging the VCT solenoid.
    NOTE: The fasteners are part of the valve cover and should not be removed.
  9. Fully loosen the 15 fasteners and remove the LH valve cover and gasket.
    • Clean the valve cover mating surface of the cylinder head with silicone gasket remover and metal surface prep. Follow the directions on the packaging.
    • Discard the valve cover gasket. Clean the valve cover gasket groove with soap and water or a suitable solvent.
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