Aerio L4-2.3L (2006)
Valve Cover: Service and Repair
Cylinder Head Cover
Cylinder Head Cover Removal and Installation
Removal
1. Disconnect negative cable at battery.
2. Remove engine cover.
3. Disconnect ignition coil couplers.
4. Remove ignition coils.
5. Remove oil level gauge.
6. Disconnect breather hose (2) and PCV hose (3) from cylinder head cover (4).
7. Remove cylinder head cover (4).
8. Remove PCV valve (1) from cylinder head cover (4), if equipped.
Installation
1. Install PCV valve to cylinder head cover.
2. Remove oil, old sealant and dust from sealing surfaces on cylinder head and cover. After cleaning, apply sealant A to cylinder head sealing
surface area as shown in figure.
A : Sealant 99000-31250
3. Install new O-rings (3) and new cylinder head cover gasket (2) to cylinder head cover (1).
NOTE: Be sure to check each of these parts for deterioration or any damage before installation and replace if found defective.
4. Install new cylinder head side seal (4) and cylinder head cover to cylinder head.
5. Tighten nuts (2) to specified torque.
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Use new seal washers (1).
Tightening torque
Cylinder head cover nut a: 11 N.m (1.1 kg-m, 8.0 lb-ft)
