Hombre XS Space Cab L4-2.2L CPC (1997)
Valve Cover: Service and Repair
NOTE: The valve rocker arm cover gasket is reusable. Replace it only if the valve rocker arm cover gasket is damaged.
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the air cleaner assembly.
3. Remove the cover from the throttle cable mounting bracket.
4. Remove the throttle cable mounting bracket. Do not remove the throttle or cruise control (if equipped) cables.
5. Remove the vacuum hose from the valve rocker arm cover to the vacuum brake booster.
6. Remove the spark plug wires from the spark plugs
7. Remove the Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) valve and pipe assembly.
8. Remove the valve rocker arm cover bolts.
9. Remove the valve rocker arm cover.
10. Inspect all the gasket mating surfaces for warpage. Replace or repair as necessary.
INSTALLATION
1. Clean the sealing surfaces where the cylinder head and the rocker arm cover meet. Use an approved cleaning solvent.
