Dakota 2WD V8-5.9L VIN Z (1998)
Valve Cover: Service and Repair
Removal and Installation
A steel-backed silicone gasket is used with the cylinder head cover. This gasket can be used with the cylinder head cover. This gasket can be used
again.
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
2. Disconnect closed ventilation system and evaporation control system from cylinder head cover.
3. Remove cylinder head cover and gasket. The gasket may be used again.
INSTALLATION
1. Install the cylinder head cover gasket onto the head rail.
2. Position the cylinder head cover onto the gasket. Tighten the bolts to 11 Nm (95 inch lbs.) torque.
3. Install closed crankcase ventilation system and evaporation control system.
4. Connect the negative cable to the battery.
