Valve Cover Removal/Installation: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Mazda B2300 and 2001 Mazda B2300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Install new valve cover gaskets, if removed.

Fig 1: Installing Valve Cover Gaskets
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Install the valve cover and bolts. Tighten the bolts in the sequence shown to 10 N.m {1 kgf.m, 7 lbf}.

Fig 2: Valve Cover Bolt Tightening Sequence
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Install the crankcase ventilation tube.

Fig 3: Installing Crankcase Ventilation Tube
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NOTE: Apply clean engine oil to the O-ring to aid in installation.

Fig 4: Installing Camshaft Position Sensor

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Install the camshaft position sensor.
Connect the camshaft position sensor.

Fig 5: Connecting Camshaft Position Sensor
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Install the ignition coil. See IGNITION COIL PACK REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .
Install the spark plug wires. See SPARK PLUG WIRE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .
Install the engine wiring harness onto the valve cover studs.

Fig 6: Installing Engine Wiring Harness
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Connecting Cylinder Head Temperature (CHT) sensor electrical connector.

Fig 7: Connecting Cylinder Head Temperature Sensor
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Position back the CHT sensor boot.

Fig 8: Installing CHT Sensor Boot
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Install the intake manifold. See Figure.