Step 5. Cam Cover

Step 5. Cam cover





Remove the cam cover and inspect the sealing surface. Refer to Photos 7 and 8.

If the sealing surface is discolored by oil as shown in the photos, it is most likely that there is a leak between the cam cover and the cylinder head in the area facing the PCV channel connecting the breather box and the PCV gallery. If this is the case, the valve guides and PCV channel should still be checked according to Steps 3 & 4 before continuing. After checking according to Step 5 (as long as the same cam cover and cylinder head will be re-installed), the cam cover must be resealed according to VIDA. To get claim approval, contact the Prior Approval Department.

AT THIS POINT PRIOR APPROVAL SHOULD BE CONTACTED fill out the form
found on the prior approval website and submit it before any repairs are made.

If the sealing surface is not discolored by oil as shown in the photos, continue diagnosis elsewhere in the engine, by rechecking the previous steps. The cam cover should be resealed according to VIDA prior to re-installation, as long as the same cam cover and cylinder head will be re-installed.

The cam cover seal was improved at engine production date 15041000001
(DDMMYYxxxxx).The production date, in this case April 15, 2010. The engine serial number can be found using VIDA "Vehicle Details".

If the discolored sealing surface is found on engines built after the engine production date, please inform the Prior Approval Department when you contact them for claim approval. Make sure you have the engine serial number when contacting prior approval.