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Camshaft Cover Replacement - Right Side (LF1 or LFW)

Camshaft Cover Replacement - Right Side (LF1 or LFW)


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

3. Remove the right camshaft cover bolts.


4. Remove the right camshaft cover from the right cylinder head.

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

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


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