If you need to perform some maintenance work on the camshafts on your Toyota VVTi engine, you’ll need to remove the valve cover first.
It’s a medium skill-level job you can perform in your garage using some basic tools, like screwdrivers and a set of ratchet sockets. Here are some tips on how to perform the job:
Leave the engine cool off if you used the vehicle
Disconnect the battery
Remove the two screws holding the engine plastic cover
Lift and take out the plastic cover
Disconnect the ignition coils’ electric connections
Locate and remove all the bolts holding the valve cover
Use a thin screwdriver to pry and remove the valve cover if its stuck.
This is a DIY guide and, as such, you must be aware the procedures described here involve some risks. autoevolution cannot be held responsible for any possible damage that might result while following this guide.
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