Engine cover

1. Depending on the design features and layout of units in the engine compartment, some engines are equipped with a protective and decorative cover. Despite the misconception of many, the cover not only gives the engine a more presentable appearance, but also serves to reduce the degree of contamination and prevents accidental damage to pipelines and other elements (ignition module, various types of hoses, cable lines), located on top of the engine. Do not forget to install the cover in its original place after completing the work.

2. On the Z13DT engine, the cover is mounted on 4 spherical bearings fixed on various elements of the engine assembly. The tight fit is ensured by rubber seals. To remove the cover, you simply need to pull it up with sufficient force - the rubber support seals must remain on the cover, otherwise remove them manually and install them in the corresponding slots in the cover.

3. To install, align the mounting sockets with the rubber seals of the top cover with ball-shaped tips and press the cover until it is fixed on the supports - the cover should fit snugly against the mating surfaces.

4. To remove the cover of the Z14XE / Z16XE / Z18XE engines, first remove the oil filler cap, and on the Z16XE engine, additionally disconnect the cooling system hose. Unscrew the 2 fixing screws, slightly lift the cover at the rear edge, and slide horizontally forward (to the radiator), then detach from the front rubber holders. Reinstall the oil filler cap.

5. The cover is installed in the reverse order, tighten the screws with the required force.