Camshaft Cover Replacement - Left Side

Camshaft Cover Replacement - Left Side

Special Tools

EN 46101 - Spark Plug Tube Seal Guide

Removal Procedure




1. Remove the intake manifold cover (2). Refer to Intake Manifold Cover Replacement - Front Intake Manifold Cover Replacement - Front.




2. Remove the rear intake manifold cover retainers (1).

3. Remove the rear intake manifold cover (2).

Warning: Refer to Battery Disconnect Warning Service Precautions.


4. Disconnect the battery ground cable from the battery. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection.

5. Remove the positive crankcase ventilation tubes. Refer to Positive Crankcase Ventilation Hose/Pipe/Tube Replacement Service and Repair.




6. Remove the intake manifold (2). Refer to Intake Manifold Removal (LF1, LFW or LFX) Intake Manifold Removal.





Note:

* Unlock the ignition coil electrical connectors before disconnecting from the ignition coils.

* Do not damage the ignition coil electrical connectors.

7. Disconnect the ignition coil electrical connectors (2) from the ignition coils.

Note: Use a suitable tool to detach the wiring harness (1) from the camshaft cover retainers (4) and lift the wiring harness (1) upward to detach the wiring harness from the camshaft cover lugs (3).

8. Detach the engine wiring harness (1) from the left bank camshaft cover.

9. Reposition and secure the wiring harness (1) away from the camshaft cover in order to provide clearance for removal of the camshaft cover.





Note:

* Do not disconnect the engine front cover electrical connectors.

* Use a suitable tool to detach the wiring harness (1) from the camshaft cover (2) and lift the wiring harness (1) upwards to detach the wiring harness from the camshaft cover (2).

10. Remove the wiring harness (1) from the front of the camshaft cover (2).

11. Reposition and secure the wiring harness (1) away from the camshaft cover (2) in order to provide clearance for removal of the camshaft cover (2).




12. Remove the ignition coil to camshaft cover retaining bolts (1).

13. Remove the ignition coils (2) from the camshaft cover.




14. Remove the camshaft cover retaining bolts (1).

15. Remove the camshaft cover from the engine (3).

16. Remove and discard the camshaft cover seal (4) and bolt grommets (2).




17. Install the spark plug tube plugs EN 46101 - spark plug tube seal guide (1) to the spark plug tubes to prevent dirt and other contaminants from entering into the cylinders.

Installation Procedure




1. Install a NEW camshaft cover seal and NEW bolt grommets.

2. Wipe the camshaft cover sealing surface on the left cylinder head with a clean, lint-free cloth.




3. Place a bead 8 mm (0.3150 in) in diameter by 4 mm (0.1575 in) in height of RTV sealant on the engine front cover split lines (1). Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and SealersAdhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers (Korea) [1][2]Fluid Type Specifications for recommended sealant.




4. Place the left camshaft cover into position onto the left cylinder head.




5. Loosely install the left camshaft cover bolts.





Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution Fastener Caution

6. Tighten the left camshaft cover bolts in the sequence shown.

1. Tighten the left camshaft cover bolts in the sequence to 10 Nm (89 lb in).

2. Tighten the left camshaft cover bolts a second pass in the sequence to 10 Nm (89 lb in).




7. Remove the EN 46101 - spark plug tube seal guide (1) from the spark plug tubes of the left cylinder head.




8. Install the ignition coils (2) to the camshaft cover.

9. Install the ignition coil to camshaft cover retaining bolts (1) and tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb in).





Note:

* Ensure the wiring harness (1) is located on the locating lugs of the camshaft cover (2).

* Listen for an audible click to confirm the correct installation of the wiring harness (1) to the camshaft cover (2).

10. Install the wiring harness (1) to the front of the camshaft cover (2).





Note:

* Ensure the wiring harness (1) is located on the locating lugs of the camshaft cover.

* Listen for an audible click to confirm the correct installation of the wiring harness (1) to the camshaft cover.

11. Install the engine wiring harness (1) to the left bank camshaft cover.

Note: After connecting the ignition coil connectors ensure that the ignition coil electrical connectors are locked to the ignition coils.

12. Connect the ignition coil electrical connectors (2) to the ignition coils.




13. Install the intake manifold (2). Refer to Intake Manifold Replacement Intake Manifold Replacement.

14. Install the positive crankcase ventilation tubes. Refer to Positive Crankcase Ventilation Hose/Pipe/Tube Replacement Service and Repair.




15. Install the rear intake manifold cover (2).

16. Install the rear intake manifold cover retainers (1).




17. Install the intake manifold cover (2). Refer to Intake Manifold Cover Replacement - Front Intake Manifold Cover Replacement - Front.

18. Connect the battery ground cable to the battery. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection.