3406E TRUCK ENGINE Caterpillar

Valve Cover Base

Usage:

Remove and Install Valve Cover Base

Start By:

a. remove valve covers

1. Loosen the two nuts and remove connector (2) from electronic unit injector (1).

2. Remove connector (3) from valve cover base (4).

3. Remove bolts (5) from the valve cover base. For purposes of assembly, the torque for bolts (5) is 18 ± 3 N·m (13 ± 2 lb ft). Remove the valve cover base.

4. Remove seal (6) from valve cover base (4). If the part is worn or damaged, replace the part.

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NOTICE

For further information concerning the installation and tightening sequence for the valve cover base, refer to the Specifications, "Valve Covers and Base" for additional information.

5. Install valve cover base (4) in the reverse order of removal.

End By:

a. install the valve covers