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Removal and Installation: Removal

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  1. Move the harnesses on top surface and right side of rocker cover aside.
  2. Remove the ignition coils.
  3. Disconnect the PCV hose and blowby hose from the rocker cover.
  4. If necessary, remove the PCV control valve.
  5. Disconnect the intake valve timing control solenoid valve and camshaft position sensor (PHASE).
  6. If necessary, remove the intake valve timing control solenoid valve and camshaft position sensor (PHASE).
    CAUTION:
    • Do not shock it.
    • Do not disassemble it.
    • The tip of the camshaft position sensor (PHASE) generates a strong magnetic field. Keep it away from metallic particles or objects affected by magnetic fields.
  7. Loosen the bolts in the order shown.
  8. If replacement is necessary, remove the rocker cover oil seal using a flat-head screwdriver.
    CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the rocker cover.
  9. Remove the rocker cover oil seal using a suitable tool.
    Fig 1: Identifying Removal Sequence Of Rocker Cover Bolts
    G00773938Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.