twfsa wrote:
> I am going to adjust the valve clearance on both of my 01 CR-V's, before I
> remove the Valve cover there is another item that has to be removed I
> beleive its called the intake plentium.
>
> Before I remove(plentium) it by removeing the 4 fasteners, does anyone know
> if there is a gasket where the plentium meets the intake manifold. I am
> concerend that if there is a gasket, it will tear.
>
> I don't think that the owners manual mentions checking valve clearance on
> the 01 models, as the in previous models, I have heard its a good idea to
> check the clearance.
>
> I have a Haynes manual but it only covers 00 models and there is no mention
> of the plentium when removeing the valve cover.
>
> thanks
>
> Tom

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Since that chamber is meant to be removed on occasion, the gaskets are
surely some kind of synthetic rubber or nylon, like inside the air
filter box. They will be reusable. Just slip it off and do your thing....
'Curly'