Cylinder Head Cover(s) - Installation

INSTALLATION






CAUTION: Do not use harsh cleaners to clean the cylinder head covers. Severe damage to covers may occur.

CAUTION: DO NOT allow other components including the wire harness to rest on or against the engine cylinder head cover. Prolonged contact with other objects may wear a hole in the cylinder head cover.

1. Clean the cylinder head cover (1) and both sealing surfaces (1,4,). Inspect and replace gasket (2) as necessary.
2. Install the cylinder head cover and hand start all fasteners. Verify that all double ended studs (3) are in the correct location.





3. Using the sequence shown, tighten the cylinder head cover bolts and double ended studs to 8 Nm (70 lbs in.).





4. Before installing the coil(s), apply dielectric grease to the inside of the spark plug boots (1).
5. Install the ignition coils.





6. Tighten the fasteners (3) to 7 Nm (62 in. lbs.).
7. Connect the ignition coil electrical connectors (1).
8. Install the PCV hose.
9. Connect the negative battery cable.