GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

    Warning: Refer to Safety Glasses Warning in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 1545276  Size: SH

    Note: The positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) orifice is part of the valve cover and cannot be removed. If damaged, replace the valve cover.

  1. Clean the valve rocker arm cover in cleaning solvent.
  2. Dry the valve rocker arm cover with compressed air.
  3. Inspect the valve rocker arm cover for the following:
  4. • Damage to the PCV orifice (1)
    • Damage to the bolt holes (2)
      A damaged valve rocker arm cover may interfere with the valve rocker arms.
    • Damage to the exterior of the valve rocker arm cover (3)
    • Gouges or damage to the sealing surface (4)
    • Damage to the oil fill tube grommet (5)
    • Restrictions to the ventilation system passages