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Valve Cover - LH: Removal

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  1. Remove the air cleaner assembly and outlet pipe. For additional information, refer to INTAKE AIR DISTRIBUTION AND FILTERING .
  2. Remove the LH ignition coils. For additional information, refer to ENGINE IGNITION - 4.6L (3V) .
  3. Remove the oil level indicator and tube. For additional information, refer to Oil Level Indicator and Tube .
  4. Disconnect the evaporative emissions (EVAP) tube from the intake manifold.
  5. Remove the PCV tube.
  6. Disconnect the LH variable camshaft timing (VCT) solenoid electrical connector and detach the 2 wiring harness pin-type retainers.
  7. Detach the 2 wiring harness retainers from the valve cover stud bolts.
    8. CAUTION: Do not use metal scrapers, wire brushes, power abrasive discs or other abrasive means to clean the sealing surfaces. These tools cause scratches and gouges which make leak paths. Use a plastic scraping tool to remove all traces of old sealant.
  8. Loosen the 15 fasteners and remove the LH valve cover and gasket.
    • Clean the valve cover mating surface of the cylinder head with silicone gasket remover and metal surface prep. Follow the directions on the packaging.
    • Discard the valve cover gasket. Clean the valve cover gasket groove with soap and water or a suitable solvent.
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