Valve Cover RH (G1271907): Installation

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CAUTION:
- Use only a plastic scraper when removing the sealing material.
- Use lint free cloth.
- Make sure that the mating faces are clean and free of corrosion and foreign material.
- Installation of the valve cover and tightening must be carried out within 7 minutes of applying the sealant.
NOTE: Apply two beads of silcone gasket sealant (Loctite 5901G or Loctite 5900) as shown on the illustration. The application of the sealant must be 1.5mm diameter 12mm long. Install the valve cover immediately after applying the sealant. The cover should be fitted directly to the head without smearing the sealant or the seals.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Special Tool(s): 303-1446
NOTE: Tighten the bolts in the indicated sequence.

Fig 1: Right Valve Cover Bolts Tightening Sequence
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Torque Specifications: 13 Nm