Important: Valve rocker arm cover gaskets are reusable. Replace the valve rocker arm cover gasket only if damaged.

1. Remove the intake air resonator. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement in Engine Controls 7.4L.
2. Remove the air cleaner intake duct from the throttle body. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement in Engine Controls 7.4L.
3. Remove the spark plug wires from the spark plugs. Refer to Spark Plug Replacement in Engine Electrical.



4. Remove the PVC valve from then valve rocker arm cover if necessary.



5. Remove the engine vent tube from the throttle body if necessary.
6. Remove the throttle body from the intake manifold if necessary. Refer to Throttle Body Assembly Replacement .



7. Remove the valve rocker arm cover bolts.
8. Remove the valve rocker arm cover from the cylinder head.

1. Install the valve rocker cover gasket to the cylinder head.
2. Install the valve rocker arm cover to the cylinder head. Refer to Valve Rocker Arm Cover Installation (Left) and Valve Rocker Arm Cover Installation (Right) .

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.

3. Install the valve rocker arm cover bolts.

Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 8 N·m (71 lb in).

4. Install the throttle body to the upper intake manifold. Refer to Throttle Body Assembly Replacement .



5. Install the engine vent tube to the throttle body if necessary.



6. Install the PVC valve to the valve rocker arm cover if necessary.
7. Install the spark plug wires to the spark plugs. Refer to Spark Plug Replacement in Engine Electrical.
8. Install the intake air resonator to the throttle body. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement in Engine Controls.
9. Install the air cleaner intake duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement in Engine Controls.