Range Rover (LP) V8-4.0L (1999)
4. Install bolts and starting at center brackets, tighten to 38 Nm.
5. Clean gasket surface in rocker cover using Bostik cleaner 6001, or equivalent or equivalent, and allow to dry.
6. Apply a thin coating of Bostik 1775 or equivalent impact adhesive to mating surfaces of rocker cover and gasket.
7. Allow adhesive to cure, check that gasket is correct way round then install gasket to rocker cover.
CAUTION: Ensure gasket is installed correct way round as subsequent movement will destroy bonding.
8. Install rocker cover to cylinder head, install bolts and tighten to 8 Nm.
CAUTION: The 2 short bolts must be installed on side of cover nearest center of engine.
9. LH rocker shaft only: Align dipstick tube to rocker cover. install and tighten screw.
Overhaul
ROCKER SHAFT- OVERHAUL
Service repair no -12.29.49 - LH Shaft
Service repair no -12.29.50 - RH Shaft
Service repair no -12.29.55 - Both Shafts
Remove
1. Disconnect battery negative lead.
2. Remove relevant rocker cover.
NOTE: If both shafts are to be removed, identify each assembly to ensure refitment on original cylinder bank.
3. Remove 4 bolts securing rocker shaft assembly.