PRE-RELEASE
Camshaft Cover Cleaning and Inspection
| Camshaft Cover Cleaning and Inspection |
| Cleaning Procedure |
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Clean the camshaft covers in solvent.
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Refer to
Safety Glasses and Compressed Air Warning
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Dry the camshaft covers with compressed air. |
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| Inspection Procedure |
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Inspect each camshaft cover for the dents or damage to the exterior. A dented or damaged camshaft cover may:
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Leak engine oil
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Affect crankcase ventilation
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Interfere with the camshafts
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Interfere with the ignition coil sealing
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Allow water or condensation to enter the engine
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Inspect the exterior of the camshaft cover for the following conditions:
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Damage to the camshaft cover bolt holes (1 and 2)
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Damage to the camshaft sensor mounting hole (3)
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Damage to the under pressure hose bracket bolt holes (4)
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Inspect the interior of the camshaft cover for the following conditions:
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Inspect the camshaft cover bolt holes (3 and 4)
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Inspect the camshaft cover for cracks, casting imperfections or damage (1, 2 and 5).
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| PVC Orifice Replacement |
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Remove the old PCV orifices (1, 2) by gripping the neck of the orifice with pliers and twisting and pulling out of the right camshaft cover. 
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Install the NEW PCV orifices (1, 2) into the right camshaft cover. After insertion, twist the PCV orifice in order to eliminate any vertical leak paths in the sealant.
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| PVC Fitting Replacement |
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Remove the old PCV fitting. 
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Install the new PCV fitting (1) with a NEW O-ring (2).
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