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Rocker Cover RH

  1. Install new spark plug pipe gaskets to the spark plug pipe.
    NOTE: Apply a light coat of engine oil to the spark plug pipe gaskets, and insert them onto the spark plug pipe edge (A).
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  2. Install new rocker cover gasket (ring type) to the cam carrier RH.
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  3. Install new rocker cover gasket RH to the rocker cover RH.
  4. Apply liquid gasket to the mating surface of rocker cover RH as shown in the figure.
    NOTE:
    • Before applying liquid gasket, degrease the old liquid gasket seal surface of the engine.
    • Apply liquid gasket to the center of rocker cover gasket and be careful not to allow liquid gasket to be squeezed out from rocker cover gasket.
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      (a) Rocker cover
      (b) Rocker cover gasket
      (c) ø3±1 mm (0.1181±0.0394 in)
    • Install within 5 min. after applying liquid gasket.

    Liquid gasket: 

    THREE BOND 1217G (part No. K0877Y0100), THREE BOND 1217H or equivalent

    Liquid gasket applying diameter: 

    3±1 mm (0.1181±0.0394 in)

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    (A) 10 mm (0.3937 in) or more
    (B) 70.3 mm (2.7677 in) or more
    (C) 65.5 - 67.5 mm (2.5787 - 2.6575 in)
    (D) Arch starting point
  5. Install the rocker cover RH to the cam carrier RH.
    1. Set the rocker cover RH on the cam carrier RH, and fasten all bolts until their two or more full threads engage.
    2. Tighten all bolts with a torque of 6.4 N.m (0.7 kgf-m, 4.7 ft-lb) in numerical order as shown in the figure.
    3. Tighten all bolts again with a torque of 6.4 N.m (0.7 kgf-m, 4.7 ft-lb) in numerical order as shown in the figure.
      NOTE: This procedure is necessary to stabilize torque.
      Fig 1: Rocker Cover RH Bolts Tightening Sequence
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  6. Secure the engine wiring harness to the cam carrier RH with a clip.
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  7. Install the #1 ignition coil and the #3 ignition coil. Ref. to IGNITION (H4DOTC)>IGNITION COIL>INSTALLATION>RH SIDE .
  8. When working on the vehicle
    NOTE: When working on the vehicle, perform the following steps also.
    1. Install the air cleaner case. Ref. to INTAKE (INDUCTION) (H4DOTC)>AIR CLEANER CASE>INSTALLATION .
    2. Install the V-belt cover.
      NOTE:
      • Check the grommet for peel-off or disengagement.
      • Be careful not to deform the bracket during installation.

      Tightening torque: 

      7 N.m (0.7 kgf-m, 5.2 ft-lb)

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