Cylinder Head Cover Installation

Thoroughly clean the head cover gasket and the groove of the cylinder head cover.
NOTE: Check and if necessary, replace the head cover gasket.
Install the head cover gasket (A) in the groove of the cylinder head cover (B). Make sure the head cover gasket is seated securely.

Fig 1: Locating Head Cover Gasket And Groove Of Cylinder Head Cover
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Remove all of the old liquid gasket from the cylinder head.
Clean the head cover contacting surfaces with a shop towel.
Apply liquid gasket (P/N 08718-0004) to the chain case contact areas (A). Install the component within 5 minutes of applying the liquid gasket.
NOTE:
- Apply a 3.0 mm (0.118 in) diameter bead of liquid gasket to the chain case contact areas.
- If too much time has passed after applying the liquid gasket, remove the old liquid gasket and residue, then reapply new liquid gasket.
  
  Fig 2: Applying Liquid Gasket (P/N 08718-0004) To Chain Case Contact Areas
  Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Place the cylinder head cover (A) on the cylinder head, then slide the cover slightly back and forth to seat the head cover gasket.
NOTE:
- Wait at least 30 minutes before filling the engine with oil.
- Do not run the engine for at least 3 hours after installing the head cover.
  
  Fig 3: Placing Cylinder Head Cover On Cylinder Head
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Tighten the bolts in three steps. In the final step, torque all bolts, in sequence, to 10 N.m (1.0 kgf.m, 7 lbf.ft).

Fig 4: Identifying Cylinder Head Cover Bolts Tightening Sequence
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Connect the breather hose (A), and install the harness holder (B).

Fig 5: Locating Breather Hose, Harness Holder And Ignition Coil Connectors
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Connect the four ignition coil connectors (C).
Install the intake manifold chamber (see INSTALLATION )