Valve Cover: Removal

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Release the fuel system pressure. Refer to: Fuel System Pressure Release .
Remove the engine appearance cover.

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Disconnect the EVAP canister purge valve tubes from the TC inlet pipe.

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- Remove the oil level indicator.
- Disconnect the couplings and remove the hose.
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- Detach the wiring harness retainer from the hose.
- Release the clamps and position the hoses aside.
  Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer
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Remove the fuel rail. Refer to: Fuel Rail .
NOTE: Note the position of the VCT oil control solenoids before removal.
- Detach the wiring harness retainers and disconnect the wiring harness electrical connectors.
- Remove the bolts and the VCT oil control solenoids.
- Remove the bolt and the intake CMP sensor.
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NOTE: The O-ring seals are to be re-used unless damaged.

Inspect the VCT oil control solenoid O-ring seal.

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NOTE: Do not set the valve cover sealing surface face down on a bench as the check valve and splitter leg is susceptible to breakage.

Remove the bolts in sequence shown below and the valve cover.

Fig 1: Valve Cover Bolts Loosening Sequence
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Remove and discard the valve cover gasket.

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