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1997 Toyota Corolla Repair Question


Topics covered: Gas, Spark, Valve cover.
Mileage: No information provided.

Asked on January 16, 2009

1997 Toyota Corolla Valve cover gasket

Engine Performance problem
1997 Toyota Corolla 4 cyl Two Wheel Drive Manual 140000 miles

Does anyone have detailed procedures with pictures on how to replace the valve cover gasket? To the type of gasket used, parts used, lubricant used, etc. Anything and everything invovled on how to replace the gasket. Thanks for your responses.
Avatar Asked by cards757

Answer

Replied on January 17, 2009

Remoe spark plug boots.
Remove connections to valve cover, PCV, Vacuum lines.
Remove bolts and cover.
Use factory or Felpro permadry replacement.

Replace spark plug tube seals if they are hard or leaking.

In some cases you may have to remove the timing belt cover for better access.


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Tiny Answered by mmprince4000 (expert)
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