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ENGINE / COOLING SYSTEM

ENGINE DISASSEMBLY / INSPECTION - CAMSHAFT / CARRIER REMOVAL
TOP END
NOTE
VALVE COVER REMOVAL The camshafts can be removed with the engine
installed in the chassis.
NOTE
1. Rotate the engine so the piston is at Top Dead
The valve cover, camshafts, cylinder head, cylinder and
piston can be serviced with the engine installed in the Center (TDC) on the compression stroke.
chassis.

1. If needed, remove the spark plug wire from the
engine.

2. Remove dirt and debris from valve cover area.
3. Remove the three valve cover shoulder bolts q and
isolators w using a T40 driver.
4. Carefully lift valve cover from the engine and remove
it out of the right-hand rear wheel well area.

NOTE
To verify TDC, see the
“SETTING TDC”, page 3.141 section in this chapter.

2. Remove the hydraulic cam chain tensioner t from
the cylinder. Replace the sealing washer y upon
reassembly.

5. Replace isolators after each usew
6. Replace Valve cover seal eif oil leaks are evident
7. Remove the spark plug r. Stuff spark plug hole with
a shop towel to prevent anything from falling into the
combustion chamber (if further engine disassembly
is required).

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