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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairHonda Small Engine Valve Cover Replacement #12311-Z8B-000
Honda Small Engine Valve Cover Replacement #12311-Z8B-000
Skill Level
Total Parts Cost
$21.62Estimated Savings
$112.5003:32
- Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing a valve cover on Honda small engines. The most common reason for replacing a valve cover is if it is damaged or leaking.
All of the information in this valve cover replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Honda
Tools used: 10mm socket, flat head screwdriver
All of the information in this valve cover replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Honda
Tools used: 10mm socket, flat head screwdriver
Step By Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the valve cover on your engine first make sure the engine has cooled.
2
Next, you should remove the wire and boot from the spark plug to prevent the engine from accidentally starting.
3
We recommend performing this procedure with little or no fuel in the tank.
4
Release the starter rope from the guide and note the orientation of the recoil starter.
5
Now use a 10mm socket to unthread the mounting nuts securing the starter.
6
Remove the starter and lift off the engine shroud and fuel tank.
7
Use the 10mm socket to unthread the valve cover mounting bolts. You can use a flat-head screwdriver to help pry the old cover off – this may require some effort.
8
Remove any sealant residue from the cylinder head.
9
Make sure the cylinder head surface is dry as well.
10
Prepare the new valve cover for installation by applying some sealant to the inside of the cover.
11
Now align the cover on the cylinder head then thread and tighten the mounting bolts in an alternating pattern.
12
Use a torque wrench to torque the bolts to seven foot pounds.
13
Reposition the engine shroud and fuel tank.
14
Properly realign the starter then thread and tighten the mounting nuts to secure.
15
Depress the bail arm extend the starter rope and secure the rope in the guide.
16
With the repair completed reattach the wire and boot to the spark plug refill the fuel tank and your engine should be ready for use.
Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing a valve cover on Honda small engines. The most common reason for replacing a valve cover is if it is damaged or leaking.
All of the information in this valve cover replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Honda
Tools used: 10mm socket, flat head screwdriver
All of the information in this valve cover replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Honda
Tools used: 10mm socket, flat head screwdriver
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the valve cover on your engine first make sure the engine has cooled.
2
Next, you should remove the wire and boot from the spark plug to prevent the engine from accidentally starting.
3
We recommend performing this procedure with little or no fuel in the tank.
4
Release the starter rope from the guide and note the orientation of the recoil starter.
5
Now use a 10mm socket to unthread the mounting nuts securing the starter.
6
Remove the starter and lift off the engine shroud and fuel tank.
7
Use the 10mm socket to unthread the valve cover mounting bolts. You can use a flat-head screwdriver to help pry the old cover off – this may require some effort.
8
Remove any sealant residue from the cylinder head.
9
Make sure the cylinder head surface is dry as well.
10
Prepare the new valve cover for installation by applying some sealant to the inside of the cover.
11
Now align the cover on the cylinder head then thread and tighten the mounting bolts in an alternating pattern.
12
Use a torque wrench to torque the bolts to seven foot pounds.
13
Reposition the engine shroud and fuel tank.
14
Properly realign the starter then thread and tighten the mounting nuts to secure.
15
Depress the bail arm extend the starter rope and secure the rope in the guide.
16
With the repair completed reattach the wire and boot to the spark plug refill the fuel tank and your engine should be ready for use.
Applicable Product Model
Parts Needed
Valve Cover
$21.62
Total$0.00
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