Important: The valve rocker arm cover gasket is reusable. Replace it only if the valve rocker arm cover gasket is damaged.

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to

   Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.

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2. Remove the air cleaner assembly.
3. Remove the cover from the throttle cable mounting bracket.
4. Remove the throttle cable mounting bracket. Do not remove the throttle or cruise control (if equipped) cables.
5. Remove the vacuum hose from the valve rocker arm cover to the vacuum brake booster.
6. Remove the spark plug wires from the spark plugs



7. Remove the Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) valve and pipe assembly.



8. Remove the valve rocker arm cover bolts.
9. Remove the valve rocker arm cover.
10. Inspect all the gasket mating surfaces for warpage. Replace or repair as necessary.

1. Clean the sealing surfaces where the cylinder head and the rocker arm cover meet. Use an approved cleaning solvent.



2. Inspect the sealing flanges of the rocker arm cover for distortion.



3. Install the rocker arm cover gasket in the groove around the rocker arm cover.



4. Install the rocker arm cover to the cylinder head.
5. Install the rocker arm cover bolts.

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.

6. Install the spark plug wires to the spark plugs.



7. Install the PCV valve to the valve rocker arm cover.
8. Install the vacuum hose for the vacuum brake booster.
9. Install the throttle cable mounting bracket to the throttle body.

Tighten
Tighten the throttle cable mounting bracket bolts to 10 N·m (88 lb in).

10. Install the throttle cable mounting bracket cover.
11. Install the air cleaner assembly.
12. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to

    Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.