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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 1631138  Size: SH
  1. Remove the air cleaner assembly. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement.
  2. Reposition the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) hose clamp.
  3. Remove the PCV hose from the cover.

  4. Object Number: 1628020  Size: SH
  5. Disconnect the intake (2) and exhaust (1) camshaft position actuator solenoid valve electrical connectors.

  6. Object Number: 1631141  Size: SH
  7. Remove the ignition coils. Refer to Ignition Coil Replacement.
  8. Remove the engine harness clips (1, 2) from the cover.

  9. Object Number: 1578306  Size: SH
  10. Remove the camshaft cover bolts.
  11. Remove the camshaft cover.

Installation Procedure

    Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 1578306  Size: SH
  1. Install the camshaft cover and bolts.
  2. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 10 N·m (89 lb in).


    Object Number: 1631141  Size: SH
  3. Install the ignition coils. Refer to Ignition Coil Replacement.
  4. Install the engine harness clips (1,2 ) to the cover.

  5. Object Number: 1628020  Size: SH
  6. Connect the intake (2) and exhaust (1) camshaft position actuator solenoid valve electrical connectors.

  7. Object Number: 1631138  Size: SH
  8. Install the PCV hose to the cover.
  9. Position the PCV hose clamp.
  10. Install the air cleaner assembly. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement.