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Valve Cover - LH: Removal

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  1. Remove the air cleaner outlet pipe and the air cleaner assembly. For additional information, refer to INTAKE AIR DISTRIBUTION & FILTERING .
  2. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES .
  3. Remove the power steering reservoir support bracket-to-intake manifold bolt.
  4. Remove the 2 power steering reservoir support bracket-to-cylinder head bolts and position the power steering reservoir and support bracket assembly aside.
  5. Remove the bolt and position the oil level indicator aside.
  6. Disconnect the quick connect coupling and remove the crankcase ventilation tube. For additional information, refer to FUEL SYSTEM-GENERAL INFORMATION .
  7. Remove the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system module-to-exhaust manifold tube.
  8. Disconnect the 3 engine wiring harness retainers.
  9. Remove the 5 LH valve cover studs.
  10. Remove the 5 LH valve cover bolts.
  11. Remove the LH valve cover bolt.
    12. 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.
  12. Remove the LH valve cover.
    • 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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