Twingo III Phase 1 (2014-2019) Valve Cover Reinstallation
ID: 169311
Description: This guide shows you how to reinstall the valve...
Steps:
- Release the wire harness sleeve from the cylinder head.
- Unplug the ignition coil connector.
- Unscrew the ignition coil fastener screw.
- Remove the ignition coils.
- Unscrew the camshaft position sensor fastener screw.
- Remove the camshaft position sensor.
- The spark plugs do not need to be removed. They can help keep the cylinders water resistant during the rest of the procedure.
- Undo the following screws.
- Remove the cylinder head cover upper housing, taking care with the gasket.
- Remove the following screws.
- Remove the upstream and downstream oxygen sensors.
- Remove the upper heat shields.
- Remove the upper catalytic converter mounts.
- The exhaust manifold/catalytic converter assembly does not need to be removed.
- Undo the following snap fit.
- Gently pull on the fuel line.
- Take the necessary precautions: fuel will leak.
- Remove the cylinder head cover fasteners, starting with the outer screws and finishing with the inner screws.
- Use a suitable tool to remove the valve cover.
- Gasket material is present on the following areas.
- Apply sealant to the following areas.
- Correctly position the new seal strip (132707588R).
- Air sealing is required if the user intentionally keeps their engine casing "under vacuum."
- Reposition the valve cover onto the cylinder head by aligning it using the bores.
- Tighten to 13 N.m. Start with the center screws and finish with the outer screws.