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Valve Cover: Service and Repair



Camshaft Cover Replacement
Removal Procedure





1. Remove the air cleaner outlet resonator.
2. Reposition the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) hose clamp.
3. Remove the PCV hose from the cover.





4. Disconnect the intake (2) and exhaust (1) camshaft position actuator solenoid valve electrical connectors.





5. Disconnect and remove the ignition coil electrical connector harness clips from the cover.
6. Remove the ignition coils.





7. Remove the camshaft cover bolts.
8. Remove the camshaft cover.

Installation Procedure





1. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.

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





2. Install the ignition coils.
3. Disconnect and remove the ignition coil electrical connector harness clips from the cover.





4. Connect the intake (2) and exhaust (1) camshaft position actuator solenoid valve electrical connectors.





5. Install the PCV hose to the cover.
6. Position the PCV hose clamp.
7. Install the air cleaner outlet resonator.