Cylinder Head Cover Installation Note

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Apply silicone sealant to the mating faces as shown in the figure.
CAUTION:
- Install the cylinder head cover within 10 min of applying the silicone sealant.
Thickness

4.0-6.0 mm {0.16-0.23 in}

Fig 1: Applying Silicone Sealant To Cylinder Head Cover Mating Faces
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Install the cylinder head cover with a new gasket.
Tighten the bolts in the order shown in the figure.
Tightening torque

8.0-11.5 N.m {81.6-117.2 kgf.cm, 70.9-101.7 in.lbf}

Fig 2: Tightening Sequence Of Cylinder Head Cover Bolts

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