Tools Required

J45482 Debris Screen

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the intake manifold. Refer to Intake Manifold Replacement .
3. Install the J45482.
4. Move the knock sensor wiring harness away from the cam cover.



5. Disconnect the electrical harness connector from the ignition module.



6. Remove the ignition module.
7. Remove the oil filler tube and cap assembly.



8. Remove the camshaft cover bolts.
9. Remove the camshaft cover.



10. Remove the camshaft cover seals.

Important: Ensure all 8 sealing O-rings are accounted for. The O-rings may stick to the camshaft bearing caps or they may fall into the engine.

11. Clean the camshaft cover.
12. Clean the sealing surfaces.

1. Lightly coat the new seals, including the O-rings, with engine oil prior to installation to assist in holding the O-ring seals to the camshaft cover.
2. Install the camshaft cover O-ring seals.



3. Install the camshaft cover gaskets to the camshaft cover.
4. Apply a thing coat of Permatex® The Right Stuff® (or equivalent) on the front and rear of the camshaft cover as shown in figure indicated by the arrows.



5. Install the camshaft cover to the cylinder head.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

6. Install the camshaft cover bolts.

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

7. Install the oil filter tube and cap assembly.



8. Install the ignition module.

Tighten
Tighten the ignition module bolt to 8 N·m (71 lb in).

9. Connect the camshaft position sensor electrical connector.
10. Install the intake manifold. Refer to Intake Manifold Replacement .
11. Connect the negative battery cable.

Tighten
Tighten the battery terminal bolts to 17 N·m (13 lb ft).

12. Start the engine and inspect for oil leaks.