Removal (1.6L)
- Disconnect negative battery cable. Drain cooling system. Disconnect control cables, coolant hoses and air intake duct from throttle body.
- Disconnect breather hose from air intake duct. Disconnect vacuum hoses from upper intake manifold. Disconnect EGR vacuum hoses, oxygen sensor wiring connector and necessary electrical connections.
- Disconnect heater hoses and upper radiator hose. Release fuel pressure. See FUEL PRESSURE RELEASE under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Cover fuel lines with shop towel, and disconnect fuel return and supply lines.
- Raise and support vehicle. Remove right lower engine cover. Disconnect exhaust pipe at exhaust manifold. Remove timing belt. See TIMING BELT under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION.
- Remove PCV hoses from valve cover. Remove spark plug wires from clip. Remove valve cover bolts and valve cover. Remove cylinder head bolts, cylinder head and gasket.