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For 1990-2009 cars only

Valve Rocker Arm Cover Removal Left Side


    Object Number: 309727  Size: SH

    Important: Do not remove the Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) valve grommet from the cover unless service is required.

    If the grommet has been removed from the cover, a NEW grommet must be installed.

  1. Remove the ignition coil and bracket assembly and bolts.

  2. Object Number: 260085  Size: SH
  3. Remove the valve rocker arm cover bolts.
  4. Remove the valve rocker arm cover.

  5. Object Number: 490696  Size: SH
  6. Remove the gasket (1) from the cover.
  7. Discard the gasket.
  8. The bolt grommets may be reused if not damaged.


    Object Number: 309850  Size: SH
  9. Remove the ignition coils, wire harness, and bolts from the bracket (if required).

Valve Rocker Arm Cover Removal Right Side


    Object Number: 309721  Size: SH

    Important: Do not remove the oil fill tube from the cover unless service is required.

    If the oil fill tube has been removed from the cover, install a NEW tube during assembly.

  1. Remove the ignition coil and bracket assembly and bolts.

  2. Object Number: 260084  Size: SH
  3. Remove the valve rocker arm cover bolts.
  4. Remove the valve rocker arm cover.

  5. Object Number: 260110  Size: SH
  6. Remove the oil fill cap from the oil fill tube.
  7. Remove the oil fill tube (if required).
  8. Discard the oil fill tube.

  9. Object Number: 490696  Size: SH
  10. Remove the gasket (1) from the cover.
  11. Discard the gasket.
  12. The bolt grommets may be reused if not damaged.


    Object Number: 309850  Size: SH
  13. Remove the ignition coils, wire harness, and bolts from the bracket (if required).