1. | Remove original equipment rocker box cover following instructions in the service manual. | |
2. | Remove the fuel tank following the instructions in the service manual. | |
3. | Keep the protective film over the covers to prevent scratching during assembly. Puncture protective cover to allow fastener and tool access. | |
4. | Before installation of the rear cylinder cover, it is recommended that the 1.00 in. fasteners (3) and washers (4) be inserted into the bolt holes. Apply a drop of LOCTITE THREADLOCKER 243 (blue) to the threads of the screws. Also place the two 1/4 x 7/16 hex bits into the heads of the 2 outer 1.00 in. screws (3). | |
5. | Install rocker cover and new rocker cover gasket. | |
6. | Apply LOCTITE® and install the remaining 1.75 in. fasteners. | |
7. | Use an open-end wrench or Snap-on® GFRDH081 on the 1/4 hex bits to tighten the 1.00 in. screws. As the heads sink into the counter-bore, switch to the longer 3/4 in. hex bit. Alternatively, you may use Intake Manifold Wrench tool HD-47250. | |
8. | Follow the torque sequence outlined in the service manual and tighten the screws to20.3–24.4 N·m (15–18 ft-lbs). | |
9. | Repeat procedure for front cylinder head. |
Item | Description (Quantity) | Part Number |
---|---|---|
1 | Rocker cover (2) | 25700290 |
2 | Screw, socket head, 5/16 x 1.75 in (6) | 94337-91TS |
3 | Screw, socket head, 5/16 x 1.0 in (6) | 94334-91TS |
4 | Washer (12) | 6396 |
5 | Hex bit hardware kit (1) Hex key, 1/4 x 7/16 (2) Hex key, 1/4 x 3/4 (1) | 91800045 Not Sold Separately Not Sold Separately |