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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 GMC_Truck 🢒 2003 🢒 Savana - AWD 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Mechanical - 4.8L, 5.3L, and 6.0L 🢒 Valve Rocker Arm Cover Cleaning and Inspection

    Object Number: 824413 Size: SH

    Important: Do not use the valve rocker arm cover gasket again. Install a NEW gasket during assembly.

    Remove the ignition coils before cleaning the cover in solvent. Do not submerge the ignition coils in solvent.

  1. Remove the ignition coil and bracket assembly, bolts, and wire harness from the left cover, if required.

    2. Object Number: 824414 Size: SH
  2. Remove the ignition coil and bracket assembly, bolts, and wire harness from the right cover, if required.

    3. Object Number: 824416 Size: SH
  3. Inspect the tube for a loose fit or damage.
  4. Remove the oil fill cap and tube from the right cover.

    5. Object Number: 490696 Size: SH
  5. Remove the gaskets (1) from the covers.
  6. Remove the cover mounting bolts, with grommets.

    7. Cover mounting bolts and grommets that are not damaged may be used again during assembly.

  7. Clean the covers in solvent.

    8. Object Number: 260085 Size: SH

    Caution: Wear safety glasses in order to avoid eye damage.

  8. Dry the covers with compressed air.
  9. Inspect the ventilation system passages for restrictions.
  10. Inspect the gasket grooves for damage.
  11. Inspect the coil bracket threaded bolt holes for damage or debris.