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Camshaft Cover Replacement

1. Open the bonnet.
2. Remove the upper intake manifold. Refer to Upper Intake Manifold Replacement .



3. Remove the canister purge solenoid to camshaft cover retaining bolt (2).

Note: It is not necessary to disconnect the canister pure solenoid connectors.

4. Reposition and retain the canister purge solenoid/hose (1) away from the camshaft cover in order to provide clearance for removal of the camshaft cover.
5. Remove the positive crankcase ventilation tube. Refer to Positive Crankcase Ventilation Hose/Pipe/Tube Replacement .



6. Remove the upper camshaft cover to camshaft cover retaining bolts (1).
7. Remove the upper camshaft cover (2).



8. Remove the ignition coil. Refer to Ignition Coil Replacement .



9. Remove the clip (2), and bolts (1).



10. Remove the 12 bolts (1, 2).
11. Remove the camshaft cover (3).

Note: Make sure the sealing surfaces of the cylinder head and camshaft cover are clean.

1. Install a NEW camshaft cover seal (4) and NEW grommets.
2. Install the camshaft cover (3).

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

3. Install the 12 bolts (1, 2) and tighten to 10 N·m (89 lb in).



4. Install the clip (2) and tighten the bolts (1) to 10 N·m (89 lb in).



5. Install the ignition coil. Refer to Ignition Coil Replacement .



6. Install the upper camshaft cover (2).
7. Install the upper camshaft cover to camshaft cover retaining bolts (1) and tighten to 10 N·m (89 lb in).



8. Install the positive crankcase ventilation tube. Refer to Positive Crankcase Ventilation Hose/Pipe/Tube Replacement .
9. Install the canister purge solenoid (1) to camshaft cover.
10. Install the bolt (2) and tighten to 9 N·m (80 lb in).
11. Install the upper intake manifold. Refer to Upper Intake Manifold Replacement .
12. Close the bonnet.