72. Camshaft Cover Clean and Inspect

Camshaft Cover Cleaning and Inspection

Cleaning Procedure

1. Clean the camshaft cover in solvent.

Caution: Refer to Safety Glasses Caution in Service Precautions.

2. Dry the camshaft cover with compressed air.

Inspection Procedure
1. Inspect the camshaft cover for the following:
^ Dent or damage to the exterior of the camshaft cover A dented or damaged cover may:
- Leak oil
- Effect crankcase ventilation
- Interfere with the camshafts
- Interfere with the ignition module sealing
- Allow water or condensation to enter the engine
^ Damaged camshaft cover bolts
^ Damage or cracking to the camshaft cover bolt grommets
^ Restrictions to the ventilation system passages
^ Damaged, loose or missing baffle
^ Damaged, loose or missing baffle fasteners Damage to the oil fill hole (left camshaft cover) Damage or cracking to the PCV grommet (left camshaft cover) Damage to the ventilation hose nipple (right camshaft cover) Damaged threaded hole(s) for the following:
- Baffle
- Ignition module
- Wiring harness retainer
^ Fuel injector sight shield bracket (right camshaft cover) Damage or warped seal groove for the following:
- Camshaft cover seal
- Spark plug port seal(s)
- Ignition module ground/RFI spring port seal
2. Repair or replace the camshaft cover as necessary.