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Valve Cover: Removal

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NOTE: During engine repair procedures, cleanliness is extremely important. Any foreign material, including any material created while cleaning gasket surfaces, that enters the oil passages, coolant passages or the oil pan can cause engine failure.
  1. Remove the oil level indicator.
  2. Remove the ignition coil-on-plugs. For additional information, refer to ENGINE IGNITION - 2.5L .
  3. Disconnect the crankcase vent hose.
  4. Disconnect the Cylinder Head Temperature (CHT) sensor electrical connector.
  5. Disconnect the Camshaft Position (CMP) sensor electrical connector.
  6. Disconnect the radio capacitor electrical connector.
  7. Disconnect the Variable Camshaft Timing (VCT) solenoid electrical connector.
  8. Detach all of the wiring harness retainers from the valve cover studs and position the harness aside.
  9. Remove the 14 valve cover retainers, the valve cover and gasket.
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