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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 1996 🢒 Cavalier 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Mechanical - 2.2L 🢒 Valve Rocker Arm Cover Installation

    Object Number: 3782 Size: SH
  1. Clean the sealing surfaces where the cylinder head and the rocker arm cover meet. Use a suitable cleaning solvent.

    2. Object Number: 3783 Size: SH
  2. Inspect the sealing flanges of the rocker arm cover for distortion.

    3. Object Number: 1155 Size: SH
  3. Install the new rocker arm cover gasket in the groove around the rocker arm cover.

    4. Object Number: 1146 Size: SH
  4. Install the rocker arm cover to the cylinder head.
  5. Install the rocker arm cover bolts.

    6. Tighten
    Tighten the rocker arm cover bolts to 10 N·m (89 lb in).

    Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.


    Object Number: 32480 Size: SH
  6. Install the crankcase vent valve (PCV) and pipe assembly.