Engine Valley Cover Cleaning and Inspection
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the knock sensor oil seals (520) from the valley cover (555).
- Remove the bolts (1), baffle cover (2), and baffle (3) from the valley cover (555).
- Clean the valley cover components in solvent.
- Dry the components with compressed air.
- Inspect the gasket sealing surfaces for excessive scratches or gouging.
- Inspect the oil seal bores for excessive scratching or gouging.
- Inspect the ventilation tube for a loose fit or restrictions.
- Install the baffle (3), baffle cover (2) and bolts (1) to the valley cover (555).
Tighten: Tighten the baffle cover bolts to 5 N.m (44 lb in).
IMPORTANT:
Do not use the valley cover knock sensor oil seals again. Install NEW oil seals during assembly.
CAUTION:
Refer to Safety Glasses Caution
in Cautions and Notices.
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice
in Cautions and Notices.