RAM 1500 Truck 4WD V6-3.7L VIN K (2002)
Valve Cover: Service and Repair
Left Side Cover
CYLINDER HEAD COVER - LEFT
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect negative cable from battery.
2. Remove the resonator assemble and air inlet hose.
3. Disconnect injector connectors and un-clip the injector harness.
4. Route injector harness in front of cylinder head cover.
5. Disconnect the left side breather tube and remove the breather tube.
6. Remove the cylinder head cover mounting bolts (Fig. 16).
7. Remove cylinder head cover and gasket.
NOTE: The gasket may be used again, providing no cuts, tears, or deformation has occurred.
INSTALLATION
CAUTION: Do not use harsh cleaners to clean the cylinder head covers. Severe damage to covers may occur.
NOTE: The gasket may be used again, provided no cuts, tears, or deformation has occurred.
1. Clean cylinder head cover and both sealing surfaces. Inspect and replace gasket as necessary.
2. Tighten cylinder head cover bolts and double ended studs to 12 Nm (105 inch lbs.).
3. Install left side breather and connect breather tube.
4. Connect injector electrical connectors and injector harness retaining clips.
5. Install the resonator and air inlet hose.
6. Connect negative cable to battery.
