2000 SSEi - Replacing valve cover gaskets

[David CO]

Hello all, its time to replace my valve cover gaskets on my '00 SSEi

I saw a link here for a '95 Series II. A lot of the components and layout looked similar but I thought it best to ask if there are any specific directions for my car?

Any input is appreciated.

[00Beast]

Not really. I did mine when I replaced my LIM gaskets, since the S/C and LIM were off, made it much easier. Use some silicone to hold it in the VC when you're installing it.

[Mark Fahey]

I also did mine when doing the LIM job since access to everything is so much easier. For the back, you will need to remove the bracket that the alternator is attached to. Others have been able to do the back without removing the engine cover bracket but I finally wound up removing it to gain access to the back bolts. It was worth the 5 minutes of removal time to eliminate the frustration of trying different socket/extension/flex joint combinations.

[David CO]

Thanks for the info. The directions for the 95 Series II are pretty explicit down to having a beer afterwards. Ill go check everything out before I get into it.

I had a shop do the LIM last summer. But think Ill venture into this one on my own.

[David CO]

OK I am deep into this project, front is done. Into the back Valve cover gasket. I got every thing off and now I cannot figure out the alternator?

Any quick instructions on removing / replacing it. or how much to remove to get the valve cover off?

[harofreak00]

Are you having trouble with the actual alternator, or the bracket?

The alt is held on with 3 bolts. 2 towards the back, and 1 on the front towards the bottom. You can see the bolt holes in this pic.



Once you get the alt off, you need to remove that bracket. Make sure you have drained the coolant, since coolant runs though the bracket and will make a mess when you remove it.

I believe there are 3 bolts that hold the bracket onto the head. When the bolts are out, pull the assembly out towards the passenger side. The 2 coolant elbows will be holding it on. They might break. New ones are like $5 at the parts store.

[David CO]

I believe it would be the bracket I cant get under, not the actual alternator.
But it sounds like I need to remove the alternator first.

Any steps on that process?

I see the hoses going into the bracket. Not sure where to start with the alternator removal though. Sorry. If you could send a better description Id appreciate it.

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[harofreak00]

I already stated how to do that in my last post.

[David CO]

Ive got the alternator off. about to pull the bracket. Does it have a gasket that I should be replacing as well?

[Mark Fahey]

No gasket.

[00Beast]

No, but you will need the coolant elbows. They're in the Dorman HELP! section at your local parts store.