CAUTION: Do not use abrasive grinding discs to remove gasket material; only use manual scrapers. Do not scratch or gouge aluminum sealing surfaces or oil leaks may occur.

Clean and inspect the sealing surfaces of the valve cover and the cylinder head (6049). Both surfaces must be clean and flat.

NOTE: The valve cover gasket and the valve cover must be installed and the bolts tightened to specification within four minutes of sealant application.

Apply a 3 mm (0.1 inch) bead of silicone sealant in two places where the front camshaft bearing cap meets the cylinder head.
Install the valve cover.
- Position the valve cover gasket.
- Position the valve cover.
- Install the bolts and tighten in the sequence shown in Fig 1.
Fig 1: Installing Valve Cover
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Install the upper timing belt cover.

Fig 2: Installing Upper Timing Belt Cover
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Install the front support damper.
- Install the damper, the bolt and the nut.
Fig 3: Installing Front Support Damper
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Install the ignition wire and bracket.
On early production vehicles, install the oil control sensor connector boot in the engine appearance cover.
Connect the oil control sensor connector.

NOTE: The engine appearance cover is only required for early production vehicles.

When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.

• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.

• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.

• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.

• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.

Safety Warning

Valve Cover: Installation

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When to See a Mechanic

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