5SFE Valve Cover Removal

[KILLACAMNY]

92 Camry i-4

I want to remove my valve cover to change my gasket and paint the cover. I know the bolts are where the spark plugs go in. After removing those, should the cover come off easily or are there other components that need to be removed?

[Adam H]

The spark plug tube nuts are the only thing that holds it on, as far as I know.

[gcs118]

Chances are the cover will be kind of stuck on even after the bolts are removed. Either use a piece of wood and a hammer or a rubber mallet to knock it loose.

[mykngdom4avvti]

gcs118's idea of tapping on the valve cover with a rubber mallet is the best way to remove the cover. I sometimes use a slotted screwdriver and CAREFULLY put it between the cylinder head and valve cover. Pry up a bit on the screwdriver in several places along the cylinder head and you should be able to just pop the cover right off with your hands.
I did this same thing about a year ago-paint the valve cover-and it looks great. When you're done, it will make a huge difference in the appereance of your engine.

[fiveSFE]

does anyone have pics of where the bolts are, i breifly looked for em yestarday and i couldnt see anything

[gcs118]

You have to remove the spark plug wires to see them. They are large and each in the four spark plug holes.

[smokey8890]

its the black rings on the you see after the wires. Just use a large socket.

[victor]

^^^ 30mm socket to be exact. don't forget to take out the rubber seals under the nuts, or the valve cover will not move. good luck.

[trebor_9513]

what are you painting the cover? Post a pic I'd like to see the outcome.

[88 LE]

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