Repair Procedures: Removal

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NOTE:

Use fender covers to avoid damaging painted surfaces.
To avoid damage, unplug the wiring connectors carefully while holding the connector portion.

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Mark all wiring and hoses to avoid misconnection.

Remove the engine cover.
(Refer to Engine and Transaxle Assembly - "ENGINE COVER ")
Disconnect the battery negative terminal.
Disconnect the wiring connectors and harness clamps and remove the connector brackets around the cylinder head cover.

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Remove the air cleaner assembly.
(Refer to Intake and Exhaust System - "AIR CLEANER ")
Remove the ignition coils.
(Refer to Engine Electrical System - "REPAIR PROCEDURES ")
Remove the engine oil level gauge.
(Refer to Lubrication System - "OIL LEVEL GAUGE & PIPE ")
Disconnect the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) hose (A).

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Remove the cylinder head cover (A).

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NOTE: Unfasten the bolts in the sequence as shown.

Fig 1: Cylinder Head Cover Bolts Loosening Sequence
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