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Cylinder Head Cover

Cylinder Head Cover Installation
1. Install the head cover gasket in the groove of the cylinder head cover.





2. Set the spark plug seal (A) on the spark plug tube. Install the cylinder head cover (B) on the cylinder head.

NOTE:
- Take care not to damage the spark plug seals when installing the cylinder head cover.
- Visually inspect the spark plug seals for damage.

3. Inspect the cylinder head cover washers. Replace any washers and rubber seals that are damaged or deteriorated.
4. Clean the washer mating surfaces of the cylinder head cover.





5. Install the head cover washers (A).
6. Make sure the rubber seals (B) are securely seated on the cylinder head cover.





7. Tighten the bolts in two or three steps. In the final step, tighten all bolts, in sequence, to 12 Nm (1.2 kgf-m, 8.7 ft. lbs.).





8. Install the ignition coils (A), then install the ignition coil cover (B).





9. Install the Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) hose (A) and breather hose (B), then insert the dipstick (C).
10. After assembly, wait at least 30 minutes before filling the engine with oil.