C 2500 Truck 2WD V8-305 5.0L VIN M SFI (1997)
Rocker Arm Cover: Service and Repair
Installation
1. Install a new valve rocker arm cover gasket.
2. Install the valve rocker arm cover.
3. Install the valve rocker arm cover bolts.
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Tighten the cover bolts to 12 Nm (106 inch lbs.).
4. Install the components as follows for the left valve rocker arm cover:
a. The air conditioning compressor and the bracket. Refer to Heating and Air Conditioning.
b. The EGR valve inlet pipe.
c. The PCV and the hose.
d. The power brake vacuum pipe.
5. Install the components as follows for the right valve rocker arm cover:
a. The crankcase ventilation hose.
b. The oil level indicator tube bracket.
c. The air cleaner intake duct. Refer to Powertrain Management.
6. Install the wiring harnesses to the valve rocker arm cover clips.
7. Install the spark plug wires.
8. Connect the battery negative cable assembly to the battery negative terminal.
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Tighten the bolt to 15 Nm (11 ft. lbs.).
