Valve Cover - RH

Valve Cover - RH





RH Valve Cover (View 1 of 2)










RH Valve Cover (View 2 of 2)









Removal

NOTICE: During engine repair procedures, cleanliness is extremely important. Any foreign material (including any material created while cleaning gasket surfaces) that enters the oil passages, coolant passages or the oil pan may cause engine failure.

1. Remove the RH ignition coil-on-plugs.

2. Detach the 3 main engine control wiring harness retainers from the valve cover stud bolts.

3. Detach the 3 main engine control wiring harness retainers from the valve cover.

4. Disconnect the Variable Camshaft Timing (VCT) electrical connector.

5. Detach the Crankshaft Position (CKP) wiring harness retainer from the stud.

6. Remove the 11 bolts, 3 stud bolts and the valve cover.
- Remove and discard the gasket.

Installation

1. NOTE: If the valve cover is not secured within 4 minutes, the sealant must be removed and the sealing area cleaned with metal surface prep. Failure to follow this procedure can cause future oil leakage.

Apply a bead of silicone gasket and sealant in 2 places where the engine front cover meets the cylinder head.





2. Position the valve cover and install the 11 bolts and 3 stud bolts.
- Tighten in the sequence shown to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).





3. Attach the CKP wiring harness retainer on the stud.

4. Connect the VCT electrical connector.

5. Attach the 3 main engine control wiring harness retainers to the valve cover.

6. Attach the 3 main engine control wiring harness retainers to the valve cover stud bolts.

7. Install the RH ignition coil-on-plugs.