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Chain Cover: Disassembly

  1. If replacing wiring or chain cover, compress tabs on both sides of bulkhead connector and remove connector from cover. DO NOT  pull on wiring or connector. Only remove wiring if cover replacement is necessary. Mark and remove three accumulator piston shafts. Using flat-nose pliers, remove three accumulator pistons. Use care to avoid damaging piston bores.
  2. Using side cutters, carefully remove bimetallic strip retaining pin collars. See Figure . Remove bimetallic strip and plate. Pull retaining pins from cover. Use care not to damage bimetallic strip or machined case surface.
  3. Remove manual valve detent spring bolt and spring. If chain cover is to be replaced, remove quick-disconnect oil cooler fittings from cover.