Valve Cover Removal/Installation - 2.3L: Installation

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Install new valve cover gaskets, if removed.

Fig 1: Installing New Valve Cover Gaskets
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Install the valve cover and bolts. Tighten the bolts in the sequence shown to 10 N.m {1 kgf.m, 7 lbf}.

Fig 2: Installing Valve Cover Bolts In Sequence
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Install the crankcase ventilation tube.

Fig 3: Installing Crankcase Ventilation Tube
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NOTE:
- Apply clean engine oil to the O-ring to aid in installation.
Install the camshaft position sensor.

Fig 4: Installing Camshaft Position Sensor
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Connect the camshaft position sensor.

Fig 5: Connecting Camshaft Position Sensor
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Install the ignition coil and bolts.

Fig 6: Installing Ignition Coil Bolts - With Torque Specification
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Connect the ignition coil electrical connector.

Fig 7: Connecting Ignition Coil Electrical Connector
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Install the spark plug wires. See SPARK PLUG WIRE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - 2.3L/3.0L/4.0L .
Install the engine wiring harness onto the valve cover studs.

Fig 8: Installing Engine Wiring Harness Onto Valve Cover Studs
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Connect the CHT sensor electrical connector.

Fig 9: Connecting CHT Sensor Electrical Connector
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Position back the CHT sensor boot.

Fig 10: Installing CHT Sensor Boot
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Install the intake manifold. See INTAKE MANIFOLD REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - 2.3L .