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Cylinder Head Replacement - Right



Cylinder Head Replacement - Right Side

Removal Procedure




1. Remove the valve rocker arms and pushrods.
2. Remove the intake manifold.
3. Remove the engine coolant air bleed pipe and covers.
4. Remove the exhaust manifold.
5. Remove the oil level indicator tube.
6. Remove the negative battery cable from the right cylinder head.





Important: The cylinder head bolts are of a torque-to-yield design and are NOT to be used again. Install NEW cylinder head bolts during assembly.

7. Remove the M8 and M11 cylinder head bolts (220, 221).

Notice: After removal, place the cylinder head on 2 wood blocks in order to prevent damage to the sealing surfaces.

8. Remove the cylinder head (218).



9. Remove the cylinder head gasket (217).
10. Discard the gasket.
11. Discard the cylinder head bolts.
12. Disassemble the cylinder head if necessary.
13. Clean and inspect the cylinder head.
14. Assemble the cylinder head if necessary.

Installation Procedure




1. Install the right cylinder head.
2. Install the negative battery cable to the right cylinder head.




3. Install the oil level indicator tube.
4. Install the exhaust manifold.
5. Install the engine coolant air bleed pipe.
6. Install the intake manifold.
7. Install the valve rocker arms and pushrods.