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Cylinder Head Warpage

NOTE: If camshaft-to-holder oil clearances are not within specification, the head cannot be resurfaced.





If camshaft-to-holder oil clearances are within specifications, check the head for warpage.
- If warpage is less than 0.05 mm (0.002 inch) cylinder head resurfacing is not required.
- If warpage is between 0.05 mm (0.002 inch) and 0.2 mm (0.008 inch), resurface cylinder head.
- Maximum resurface limit is 0.2 mm (0.008 inch) based on a height of 132.0 mm (5.20 inches).





Measure along edges, and 3 ways across center.

Cylinder Head Height:
Standard (New): 131.95 - 132.05 mm (5.195 - 5.199 inches)