3.3TT What is this goop on the driver side of my engine?

[GhostGrey]

Just noticed it when installing an intake the bolt next to it was loose as well and I screwed that in tight. Its solid and doesn't have any fluids on it. Just a solid goop piece.

 

[GhostGrey]

Just noticed it when installing an intake the bolt next to it was loose as well and I screwed that in tight. Its solid and doesn't have any fluids on it. Just a solid goop piece.
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Also should I cut it off?

 

[oddball]

Just some silicone that squeezed out when the valve cover was installed. Don't worry about it, just leave it.
We still use dabs of silicone where a gasket has to go over a break between two metal surfaces - here it's the head and the timing cover.

 

[WRXtoStingerGT]

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