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Cylinder Head Assembly: Testing and Inspection

CYLINDER HEAD INSPECTION
1. Perform color contrast penetrate examination on the cylinder head surface.
^ Replace the cylinder head if necessary.
2. Inspect for the following and repair or replace if necessary.
1) Sunken valve seats
2) Excessive camshaft oil clearance and end play
3. Measure the cylinder head for distortion in six directions as shown in the figure.





^ If it exceeds the maximum specification, replace the cylinder head.
Maximum distortion, head gasket side 0.10 mm (0.004 in)





4. Measure the manifold contact surface distortion as shown in the figure.
^ If it exceeds the maximum specification, grind the surface or replace the cylinder head.

Maximum distortion, manifold side
0.10 mm (0.0039 in)

Maximum cutting length, manifold side
0.15 mm (0.0059 in)