Valve Rocker Arm Cover Installation - Upper Left Side

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Fig 1: View Of Upper Valve Rocker Arm Cover & Gasket

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Install NEW valve rocker arm cover grommets and use NEW valve rocker arm cover bolts if they are serviced with the grommet.

NOTE: The gasket may be reused if it is not torn, cracked, stretched, or swollen.

Install the upper valve rocker arm cover.

Fig 2: Identifying Upper Valve Rocker Arm Cover Bolt Tightening Sequence

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CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .

Install the upper valve rocker arm cover bolts. Tighten the upper valve rocker arm cover bolts to 8 N.m (71 lb in).