Rear

Camshaft Cover Replacement (Rear)

Removal Procedure





1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the intake plenum.
3. Remove the intake manifold.
4. Remove the ignition module.
5. Remove the knock sensor wire harness.





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





9. 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.

10. Clean the camshaft cover.
11. Clean all of the sealing surfaces.

Installation Procedure





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 valve cover.





2. Install the camshaft cover seals.
3. Apply a thin coat of LOCTITE 5900 or equivalent at the front and back 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 lift bracket.
^ Tighten the engine lift bracket bolts to 8 Nm (71 inch lbs.).





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