Removal (LH)
- Remove ignition coils. Refer to [IGNITION COIL: REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ]
- Separate engine harness removing their brackets from rocker covers.
- Remove harness bracket from cylinder head, if necessary.
- Disconnect the intake valve timing control solenoid valve (LH bank). Refer to Front Timing Chain Case: Exploded View
- Remove PCV hoses from rocker covers.
- Remove oil filler cap from rocker cover (LH), if necessary.
- Remove the rocker cover bolts using power tool in reverse order as shown.
- <==: Front
- Remove rocker cover.
- Remove rocker cover gaskets from rocker covers.
- Use scraper to remove all traces of liquid gasket from cylinder head and camshaft bracket (No. 1).CAUTION: Do not scratch or damage the mating surface when cleaning off old liquid gasket.