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Valve Cover: Service and Repair



Camshaft Cover Replacement

Removal Procedure





1. Remove the ignition coils.
2. Remove the ground strap and stud.
3. Disconnect the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) hose from the cam cover.





4. Disconnect the fuel feed pipe from the fuel rail.





5. Remove the camshaft cover bolts.
6. Remove the camshaft cover.

Installation Procedure





1. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

Install the camshaft cover and bolts.
Tighten the camshaft cover bolts to 10 Nm (89 inch lbs.).
2. Install the ground strap to the camshaft cover.
Tighten the ground strap stud to 10 Nm (89 inch lbs.).





3. Install the ignition coils.
4. Connect the fuel feed pipe to the fuel rail.
5. Install the fuel pipe bracket.
Tighten the fuel pipe bracket bolt to 10 Nm (89 inch lbs.).
6. Connect the PCV hose to the cam cover.