Front

Camshaft Cover Replacement (Front)

Removal Procedure





1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the intake plenum.





3. Remove the intake manifold.
4. Disconnect the camshaft position sensor electrical connection.





5. Remove the ignition module.
6. Remove the oil filler cap.





7. Remove the lift bracket.
8. Remove the camshaft cover bolts.
9. Remove the camshaft cover.





10. Remove the camshaft cover seals.

Important: Ensure all 8 sealing O-rings are accounted for. The O-rings may stick to the camshaft bearing caps or they may fall into the oil pan.
11. Clean the camshaft cover.
12. Clean the sealing surfaces.

Installation Procedure

Important: The intake camshaft is marked with the letter A and the exhaust camshaft is marked with the letter E.





1. Lightly coat the new seals, including the O-rings, with engine oil prior to installation to assist in holding the O-ring seals to the camshaft cover.
2. Install the camshaft cover seals.





3. Apply a thin coat of LOCTITE 5900 or equivalent on the front and rear of the camshaft cover as shown in the figure as the shaded areas.
4. Install the camshaft cover to the cylinder head.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

5. Install the camshaft cover bolts.
^ Tighten the camshaft cover bolts to 8 Nm (71 inch lbs.).
6. Install the oil filler cap.
7. Install the lift bracket.
^ Tighten the engine lift bracket bolts to 8 Nm (71 inch lbs.).





8. Install the ignition module.
^ Tighten the ignition module bolts to 8 Nm (71 inch lbs.).
9. Connect the crankshaft position sensor electrical connection.
10. Install the intake manifold.
11. Install the intake plenum.
12. Connect the negative battery cable.
^ Tighten the battery terminal bolts to 17 Nm (13 ft. lbs.).
13. Start the engine and inspect for oil leaks.