Removal and Installation: Removal

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Disconnect PCV hoses from rocker cover.
Remove air duct. Refer to Exploded View .
Reposition the following components if removing rocker cover (bank1):
- EVAP canister purge control solenoid valve. Exploded View .
- Fuel feed hose. Refer to Exploded View .
Remove VVEL actuator motor assembly and coupler. Refer to Exploded View .
Remove ignition coil. Refer to Exploded View .
CAUTION: Do not shock ignition coil.

NOTE: Installation position of ignition coil depends on cylinder position.
Disconnect harness retainers from rocker cover and reposition harness.

Remove rocker cover.

Fig 1: Rocker Cover Tightening Sequence

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Remove rocker cover gasket from rocker cover.
Use a suitable tool to remove all traces of liquid gasket from cylinder head & VVEL ladder assembly.
CAUTION: Do not scratch or damage the mating surface when cleaning off old liquid gasket.
Remove PCV valve from rocker cover (if necessary).
Remove oil filler cap from rocker cover (if necessary).