Special Tools
EN 49485 Gasket Remover
For equivalent regional tools, refer to
Special Tools.
Cleaning Procedure
- Remove any RTV sealant (1) from the engine front cover using 
EN 49485 remover
.
 
- Clean out debris from the bolt holes.
 
- Clean the engine front cover in solvent.
 
Warning: Wear safety glasses when using compressed air, as flying dirt particles may cause eye injury.
- Dry the engine front cover with compressed air.
 
Inspection Procedure
- Inspect the exterior of the engine front cover for the following conditions:
 
| •  | Damage to the camshaft position actuator valve oil seal bores (1) | 
 
| •  | Damage to the engine front cover bolt holes (2) | 
 
| •  | Damage and/or corrosion to the engine coolant passage (3) | 
 
| •  | Dents or damage to the exterior (4) | 
 
| •  | Damage to the crankshaft front oil seal bore (5) | 
 
| •  | Gouges or damage to the water pump sealing surfaces (6) | 
 
| •  | Damage to the water pump bolt hole threads (7) | 
 
- Inspect the interior of the engine front cover for the following conditions:
 
| •  | Damage to the engine front cover bolt holes (1) | 
 
| •  | Gouges or damage to the engine front cover sealing surfaces to the engine block (7), oil pan (5), and/or camshaft covers (2) | 
 
| •  | Gouges or damage to the water pump seal area (3) | 
 
| •  | Loose or damaged deadener plates (4) | 
 
| •  | Damage and/or corrosion to the engine coolant passage (6) | 
 
| •  | Damage to the crankshaft front oil seal bore | 
 
| •  | Gouges or damage to the O-ring sealing areas | 
 
- Repair or replace the engine front cover as necessary.