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Valve Cover - LH: Removal

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  1. Remove the Air Cleaner (ACL) outlet pipe. For additional information, refer to INTAKE AIR DISTRIBUTION AND FILTERING .
  2. Disconnect the quick connect couplings and remove the crankcase ventilation tube. For additional information, refer to FUEL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION .
  3. Disconnect the 4 LH ignition wires from the 4 LH ignition coils.
  4. Disconnect the 4 LH ignition wire retainers from the valve cover.
  5. Disconnect the LH Variable Camshaft Timing (VCT) variable force solenoid electrical connector.
  6. Disconnect the 2 wiring harness retainers from the front and the 3 wiring harness retainers from the top of the LH 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) variable force solenoid.
    NOTE: The fasteners are part of the valve cover and should not be removed.

    Loosen the 10 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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