Engine Valley Cover Cleaning and Inspection
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Hummer H2. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- 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 (520) from the valley cover (555).
- Clean the valley cover in solvent.
- 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.
IMPORTANT:
CAUTION:
Refer to Safety Glasses Caution
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