Tribute 2WD L4-2.3L (2005)
13. Detach the wiring harness retainer.
14. Detach the wiring harness retainers and position the wiring harness aside.
15. Remove the bolts, valve cover and the gasket.
Caution:
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Do not use metal scrapers, wire brushes, power abrasive discs or other abrasive means to clean the sealing surfaces. These tools cause
scratches and gouges which make leak paths.
16. Clean and inspect the sealing surfaces.
Installation
Caution:
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During engine repair procedures, cleanliness is extremely important. Any foreign material, including any material created while cleaning gasket
surfaces, that enters the oil passages, coolant passages or the oil pan can cause engine failure.
1. Clean and inspect the gasket. Install a new gasket, if necessary.
2. Install the bolts, valve cover and the gasket.
3. Tighten the retainers in the sequence shown.
