Cylinder Head - Installation

INSTALLATION





1. Clean all surfaces of cylinder block and cylinder heads.
2. Clean cylinder block front and rear gasket surfaces using a suitable solvent.

CAUTION: The head gaskets (1) are interchangeable between left and right sides. They are marked "UP" to indicate direction to face up.





NOTE: Rotate crankshaft @ 45°, so that all pistons are 1/2 the way down the cylinder bore to avoid piston to valve contact.

3. Position new cylinder head gaskets (5) onto the cylinder block.
4. Position cylinder heads (4) onto head gaskets (5) and cylinder block.




5. Tighten the cylinder head bolts in three steps using the sequence provided :
- Step 1 - Tighten M12 cylinder head bolts, in sequence, to 34 Nm (25 ft. lbs.) and M8 bolts to 20 Nm (15 ft. lbs.).
- Step 2 - Tighten M12 cylinder head bolts, in sequence, to 54 Nm (40 ft. lbs.) and verify M8 bolts to 20 Nm (15 ft. lbs.).
- Step 3 - Turn M12 cylinder head bolts, in sequence, 90 degrees and tighten M8 bolts to 34 Nm (25 ft. lbs.).





6. Install push rods and rocker arm assemblies in their original position, using Push Rod Retaining Plate 9070 (1).
7. Install the intake manifold and throttle body assembly. Intake Manifold - Installation
8. If required, adjust spark plug gap to specifications. Install the plugs.
9. Connect the heater hoses.
10. Install the fuel supply line.
11. Install the power steering pump.
12. Install the accessory drive belt. Accessory Drive Belt - Installation




13. Install cylinder head covers (1). Cylinder Head Cover - Installation




14. Install the ignition coils (1).




15. Reconnect the ignition coil wiring (1).




16. Connect the evaporation control system.
17. Install the air cleaner duct (2). Air Intake System - Installation
18. Fill the cooling system. Service and Repair
19. Connect the negative cable to the battery.
20. Start the engine and check for any fluid leaks.