Cylinder head cover, removing and installing: Removing

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Fig 1: Identifying Engine Cover

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Remove engine cover by pulling forward edge of engine cover abruptly upward - arrow A - and pulling forward out of rear securing clips - arrow B -.
Remove EGR valve.
Remove toothed belt guard - upper part.
Disconnect crankcase breather hose at union of charge air pipe at rear.
Remove cylinder head cover.