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How to replace valve cover gasket in 1998 dodge grand caravan 3.

 

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How to replace valve cover gasket in 1998 dodge grand caravan 3.0 L engine

 

Country: United States
Make: Dodge
Model: Grand Caravan LE
Year: 1998
Engine: 3.0

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Diagnosed with this problem.

Submitted: 914 days and 21 hours ago.
Category: Dodge
Value: $14
Status: CLOSED
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Expert:  brownjeff replied 914 days and 21 hours ago.

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My name is XXXXX XXXXX X am here to try and assist your with your question. Are you replacing the front or rear?

Customer replied 914 days and 21 hours ago.

The front

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Expert:  brownjeff replied 914 days and 21 hours ago.

REMOVAL

  1. Disconnect negative cable from battery.
  2. Remove air inlet resonator when removing left head cover.
  3. When Removing left cylinder head cover, remove dipstick tube.
  4. When removing right cylinder head cover remove wiper unit.
  5. When removing right cylinder head cover, remove accessory drive belt.
  6. When removing right cylinder head cover, disconnect generator wiring and remove generator.
  7. Relocate spark plug wires.
  8. Remove vacuum connections.
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  1. Remove rocker cover screws and remove cover.

INSTALLATION

  1. Clean cylinder head and cover mating surfaces. Install new gasket.
  2. See image and apply sealant such as Mopar (R) Silicone Rubber Adhesive Sealant to cover ends.
  3. Install cover and tighten cover bolt washer and gasket assembly to 10 Nm (88 inch lbs.) .
  4. Reverse removal procedures for installation.

Expert TypeASE Certified Technician
Category: Dodge
Pos. Feedback: 99.4 %
Accepts: 5046
Answered: 11/9/2010

Experience: 17 years experience, ASE certified, dealership certified, Service Manager for 15 years,

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