Valve Cover - LH: Removal

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Remove the three nuts and the engine appearance cover.

Fig 1: Removing Engine Appearance Cover
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Disconnect the crankcase ventilation tube from the valve cover.

Fig 2: Disconnecting Crankcase Ventilation Tube
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Remove the three LH coil-on-plugs.
1. Disconnect the electrical connector.
2. Remove the bolt.
3. Remove the coil.
  
  Fig 3: Removing LH Coil-On-Plugs
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Disconnect the wiring harness from the valve cover studs.

Fig 4: Disconnecting Wiring Harness From Valve Cover Studs
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Remove the engine lift bracket.

Fig 5: Removing Engine Lift Bracket
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Position the power steering hose aside.
- Remove the bolt.
Fig 6: Removing Power Steering Hose
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Remove the bolts, studs and the LH valve cover.
- Remove and discard the gasket.
Fig 7: Removing LH Valve Cover
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