Alba Racing Timing Chain Tensioner 2015 1000XP

I upgraded to a 2015 1000xp earlier this year and I have been having trouble with the chain knocking noise that is caused by the timing chain tensioner. I ordered the Alba racing automatic timing chain tensioner and the instructions say to take the valve cover off and rotate the motor. Is that necessary or can I just take the old one out and put the new one in??? Thanks