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RH Valve Cover and Gasket: Removal

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  1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, REFER to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES .
  2. Disconnect the quick connect couplings and remove the PCV tube. For additional information, REFER to FUEL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION .
  3. Disconnect the 4 RH ignition wires from the 4 RH ignition coils.
  4. Disconnect the 4 RH ignition wire retainers from the valve cover.
  5. Disconnect the RH Variable Camshaft Timing (VCT) solenoid electrical connector.
  6. Disconnect the 6 wiring harness retainers from the RH valve cover.
    7. NOTE: 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.
    NOTE: When removing the valve cover, make sure to avoid damaging the Variable Camshaft Timing (VCT) solenoid.
    NOTE: The fasteners are part of the valve cover and should not be removed.
  7. Loosen the 10 fasteners and remove the RH 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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