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Camshaft Cover Replacement - Right Side (LAU)

Camshaft Cover Replacement - Right Side (LAU)


Special Tools

EN-46101 Spark Plug Tube Seal Guide

For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools .

Removal Procedure


1. Remove the ignition coil(s). Refer to Ignition Coil Replacement - Bank 1 .

2. Remove the upper intake manifold. Refer to Upper Intake Manifold Replacement .

3. Disconnect the positive crankcase ventilation hose from the camshaft cover.

4. Disconnect and remove the engine harness from the camshaft cover.

5. Remove the right camshaft cover bolts (1).


6. Remove the right camshaft cover (2) from the right cylinder head.

7. Clean the mating surfaces of the cylinder head and the camshaft cover. Refer to Camshaft Cover Cleaning and Inspection

8. Install the EN-46101 guide onto the spark plug tubes of the right cylinder head.



Installation Procedure


1. Install new camshaft cover bolt grommets prior to installing the camshaft cover bolts.


2. Place a bead 8 mm (0.3150 in) in diameter by 4 mm (0.1575 in) in height of RTV sealant, on the engine front cover split lines (1).


3. Place the right camshaft cover (2) into position onto the right cylinder head.


4. Refer to Fastener Caution .

Loosely install the right camshaft cover bolts.


5. Tighten the right camshaft cover bolts in the sequence shown to 10 Nm (89 lb in) .


6. Connect and install the engine harness to the camshaft cover.

7. Install the intake manifold. Refer to Lower Intake Manifold Replacement .

8. Remove the EN-46101 guide from the spark plug tubes of the right cylinder head.


9. Install the ignition coils. Refer to Ignition Coil Replacement - Bank 1 .

10. Install the upper intake manifold. Refer to Upper Intake Manifold Replacement .

11. Connect the positive crankcase ventilation hose to the camshaft cover.

12. Connect the electrical connections.