Cylinder Head Cover Installation

Cylinder Head Cover Installation

1. Check the spark plug seals for damage. If any seals are damaged, replace it.

2. Thoroughly clean the head cover gasket and the groove. Check the head cover gasket for damage. If the gasket is damaged, replace it.

3. Install the head cover gasket (A) in the groove of the cylinder head cover (B). Make sure the gasket is evenly seated.





4. Remove all of the old liquid gasket from the chain case and No. 5 rocker shaft holder.

5. Clean the head cover contacting surfaces with a shop towel.

6. Apply liquid gasket P/N 08717-0004, 08718-0003, or 08718-0009 to the chain case and the No. 5 rocker shaft holder mating areas (A). Install the component within 5 minutes of applying the liquid gasket.

NOTE: If too much time has passed after applying the liquid gasket, remove the old liquid gasket and residue, then reapply new liquid gasket.






7. Set the spark plug seals (A) on the spark plug tubes, and install the cylinder head cover (B).

NOTE:

- Wait at least 30 minutes before filling the engine with oil.
- Do not run the engine for at least 3 hours after installing the head cover.





8. Inspect the spark plug seals for damage.

9. Inspect the cover washers (C). Replace any washer that is damaged or deteriorated.

10. Tighten the bolts in three steps. In the final step torque bolts, in sequence, to 12 Nm (1.2 kg-m, 8.7 lb-ft).






11. Install the dipstick (A), and connect the breather hose (B).





12. Tighten the bolt (C) securing the power steering hose bracket.

13. Tighten the two bolts (D) securing the vacuum line.

14. Install the four ignition coils Service and Repair.

15. Check that all tubes, the hoses, and the connectors are installed correctly.

16. Install the engine cover.