Hello, I'm reposting this question from the 308 forum. Anyone have an idea what this did? torque to reinstall? With the cam cover off I found an allen cap plug loose at the rear engine exaust cam end. I'm not sure what this was there for and would appreciate any input. the cam cover had some sort of hose connection this area. I assume it's to vent any pressure build up in the valve cover. I am including a picture of the screw (uses 10mm allen). Thanks Larry Image Unavailable, Please Login
That plug keeps the oil pressure in the cam. It should be installed in the cam with Loctite, and all the oil on the threads must be cleaned off with brakeclean before installation. As far as torque goes, just tighten it by feel. It is aluminum, so you don't want to strip it, but it should be pretty tight. Brian Brown Patrick Ottis Co.
