How to Replace the Valve Cover?
Open the hood and allow the engine to cool off.
Disconnect connectors. Disconnect the connectors from the ignition coils by pressing on the locking tabs and pulling the connector from the coil.
Remove the mounting bolts. Use the ratchet and the appropriate socket to remove the ignition coil mounting bolts.
Remove the ignition coils. Remove the ignition coils by pulling them out of the valve cover.
Remove the valve cover mounting bolts. Use the ratchet and the appropriate socket to remove all the valve cover mounting bolts.
Take off the valve cover. Remove the valve cover from the cylinder head by using the screwdriver to pry it off.
Clean the valve cover. Use the brake cleaner to remove any oily residue from the surface.
Install the new valve cover gasket. Install the new valve cover gasket and spark plug tube seals into the valve cover.
Add silicone sealant. Apply a thin layer of the silicone sealant to the cylinder head where it seals to the valve cover.