Diesel Data: Automotive Repair

Valve Cover RH


Valve Cover RH

Service Repair No - 12.29.44


Removal
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
2. Remove the fuel rail.





3. Position the injector harness aside.
^ Release the 2 clips.
^ Disconnect the 3 fuel injector electrical connectors.





4. CAUTION: Before disconnecting or removing the components, ensure the area around the joint faces and connections are clean. Plug open connections to prevent contamination.

Remove the valve cover.
^ Release the wiring harness retaining clip.
^ Remove the 2 bolts.
^ Remove the 4 studs.

5. NOTE: Do not disassemble further if the component is removed for access only.

Remove and discard the gasket.





6. NOTE: Note the fitted position.

^ Remove the bolts and studs. Remove and discard the seals.

Installation
1. Install the bolts and studs.
^ Install the new O-ring seals.
^ Install the new gasket.
2. Install the valve cover.
^ Clean the component mating faces.
^ Evenly and progressively tighten the bolts and studs, in the sequence shown, to 10 Nm (71 ft. lbs.).
^ Secure the electrical harness with the clip.
3. Install the injector harness.
^ Secure with the clips.
^ Connect the fuel injector electrical connectors.
4. Install the fuel rail.
5. Connect the battery ground cable.