Cylinder Head Cover - Installation

INSTALLATION





1. Install new cylinder head cover gaskets (1,2).




2. Install studs in cover as shown.




3. Clean all RTV from cylinder head.

NOTE: When using RTV, the sealing surfaces must be clean and free from grease and oil.

NOTE: When using RTV, parts should be assembled in 10 minutes and tighten to final torque within 45 minutes.

4. Apply a dot of Mopar(R) engine sealant RTV or equivalent to cylinder head/front cover T-joint (1).




5. Install cylinder head cover assembly to cylinder head and install all bolts, ensuring the studs are located as shown.
6. Tighten bolts in sequence shown using a 2 step torque method as follows:
a. Tighten all bolts to 5 Nm (44 in. lbs.)
b. Tighten all bolts to 10 Nm (90 in. lbs.).
7. Install ignition coils. Tighten fasteners to 8 Nm (70 in. lbs.).
8. If the PCV valve was removed, tighten PCV valve to 5 Nm (44 in. lbs.).
9. Connect PCV and make-up air hoses to cylinder head cover.
10. Install engine cover.