Camshaft Cover Installation - Right Side

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Tools Required

J 44212 Camshaft Holding Tool. See Special Tools .

Fig 1: Using Camshaft Holding Tool

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Remove the J 44212 from the right cylinder head camshafts. See Special Tools .

Fig 2: Removal of Camshaft Cover

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Ensure new camshaft cover seals are installed.
Place the right camshaft cover in position on the cylinder head by aligning the bolt holes.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .

Install the camshaft cover bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the camshaft cover bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

Fig 3: Identifying Ignition Coil Ground Strap & Bolt

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Install the right ignition coil ground strap to the right cylinder head and right camshaft cover.
Install the right cylinder head ignition coil ground strap bolt.
Tighten: Tighten the right cylinder head ignition coil ground strap bolt to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
Install the right camshaft cover ignition coil ground strap bolt.
Tighten: Tighten the right camshaft cover ignition coil ground strap bolt to 10 N.m (89 lb in).