Engine Valley Cover Cleaning and Inspection
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 GMC Sierra, 2003 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2003 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
IMPORTANT:
- Do not use the valley cover knock sensor oil seals again. Install NEW oil seals during assembly.
- Do not use the valley cover gasket again. Install a NEW gasket during assembly.
- Remove the knock sensor oil seals (1) from the valley cover (2).
- Clean the valley cover in solvent.CAUTION: Refer to SAFETY GLASSES CAUTION .
- Dry the valley cover with compressed air.
- Inspect the gasket sealing surfaces for excessive scratches or gouging. Refer to Replacing Engine Gaskets .
- Inspect the valley cover oil seal bores for excessive scratches or gouging.