1. Disconnect the negative battery terminal. |
2. Disconnect the crankcase ventilation valve and air hoses from the valve cover. |
1.6-liter models |
3. Disconnect spark plug wire from the clips. |
| 4. Remove the two upper timing belt cover bolts (SOHC) and loosen the lower timing belt cover bolts. |
| 5. Remove the valve cover bolts (SOHC). |
6. Remove the valve from the cylinder head. |
7. Inspect the cover gasket, replace if necessary. |
1.8-liter models |
8. Mark the spark plug wires and disconnect them from the candles. |
9. Remove the ignition distributor together with wires. |
10. Remove the screws of the top cover timing belt and remove the cover. |
11. Remove the valve cover bolts and remove the cover. |