KV6 2.0 cam cover casket change

ErikM · 1st July 2021, 05:24

Hi

I have been searching for any tutorials/tips on how to change cam cover gasket for KV6 engine. I went really deep (3rd page of Google) and could not find any information regarding that. So I am asking experts in here now.

What are the bolt sequences and torque values for cam gasket cover, how difficult it is to access the back bank (driver side), what should I pay attention to, do I need to remove the belt? And any other tips are also welcome.

I just realised that I am dumb and can't write "gasket"

SD1too · 1st July 2021, 07:37

Hello Erik,

The bolt sequences for left and right hand banks are shown in Haynes, page 2B-6. The torque setting is 10 Nm. You don't have to remove any belts but the black plastic inlet manifold chamber will have to come off for access to the right hand bank and that's not an easy job.

Why do you want to change the gaskets? They don't usually give any trouble.

Simon

ErikM · 1st July 2021, 11:10

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Originally Posted by SD1too

Hello Erik,

Why do you want to change the gaskets? They don't usually give any trouble.

Simon

Thanks for your reply. I got some leaks in the engine and about 1.5years ago a mechanic told me to replace them (thats apparently why there were those leaks, no major leaks though). He estimated that this job would take 4hours and he would ask around 150€ for 4hrs of work. That's why I decided to do it myself on a weekend.

Where would one get a Haynes repair manual? As I suppose, I can't get them for free. Is such investemnt worth it?

ErikM · 1st July 2021, 11:31

Small update!

I found a freelander KV6 2001 service and repair manual. I will dig into that, maybe I will feel confident enough after reading amd would do tgat change myself

xsport · 1st July 2021, 20:52

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Originally Posted by ErikM

Thanks for your reply. I got some leaks in the engine and about 1.5years ago a mechanic told me to replace them (thats apparently why there were those leaks, no major leaks though). He estimated that this job would take 4hours and he would ask around 150€ for 4hrs of work. That's why I decided to do it myself on a weekend.

Where would one get a Haynes repair manual? As I suppose, I can't get them for free. Is such investemnt worth it?

why dont you buy a rimmer bros rave disc or alternatively look on the bay for a second hand haynes manual as it will help with most jobs and info.

vitesse · 1st July 2021, 22:12

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Originally Posted by ErikM

Where would one get a Haynes repair manual? As I suppose, I can't get them for free. Is such investemnt worth it?

All the manuals you ever need, post 8 https://the75andztclub.co.uk/forum/s....php?p=2604687

And while you're changing the gaskets, clean the gauze filters and unblock the smaller vent holes (yes, they will be blocked).

But as Simon posts, the gaskets don't normally leak, I've often re-used them after cleaning the filters, though they do sometimes delaminate.

Regards

SD1too · 2nd July 2021, 06:50

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Originally Posted by ErikM

I got some leaks in the engine and about 1.5years ago a mechanic told me to replace them ...

Hello Erik,

Before you do anything I'd recommend that you positively identify the source of your oil leak. Remove the engine acoustic cover and you'll get a clear view of the joint between the left-hand bank cam cover and the cam carrier. Is this where you've seen traces of oil?

Simon

ErikM · 2nd July 2021, 08:36

Thanks for your replies.

I will investigate that leak as soon as I get some free time and garage space.

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ErikM Newbie Rover 75 Saloon Join Date: Jun 2021 Location: Tartu Posts: 5 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	KV6 2.0 cam cover casket change Hi I have been searching for any tutorials/tips on how to change cam cover gasket for KV6 engine. I went really deep (3rd page of Google) and could not find any information regarding that. So I am asking experts in here now. What are the bolt sequences and torque values for cam gasket cover, how difficult it is to access the back bank (driver side), what should I pay attention to, do I need to remove the belt? And any other tips are also welcome. I just realised that I am dumb and can't write "gasket" Last edited by ErikM; 1st July 2021 at 06:03.. Reason: I am dumb

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SD1too Doesn't do things by halves Rover 75 2.5 Connoisseur Auto (1999) Dealer launch model. Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Former Middlesex Posts: 20,421 Thanks: 1,587 Thanked 3,749 Times in 3,181 Posts	Hello Erik, The bolt sequences for left and right hand banks are shown in Haynes, page 2B-6. The torque setting is 10 Nm. You don't have to remove any belts but the black plastic inlet manifold chamber will have to come off for access to the right hand bank and that's not an easy job. Why do you want to change the gaskets? They don't usually give any trouble. Simon __________________ "Whatever is rightly done, however humble, is noble." Sir Henry Royce.

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ErikM Newbie Rover 75 Saloon Join Date: Jun 2021 Location: Tartu Posts: 5 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Small update! I found a freelander KV6 2001 service and repair manual. I will dig into that, maybe I will feel confident enough after reading amd would do tgat change myself

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ErikM Newbie Rover 75 Saloon Join Date: Jun 2021 Location: Tartu Posts: 5 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Thanks for your replies. I will investigate that leak as soon as I get some free time and garage space.