Cylinder Head Replacement - Left
Cylinder Head Replacement - Left
Tools Required
^ J45059 Angle Meter
Removal Procedure
Important: During disassembly, keep the valvetrain components together and identified in order to install the parts in the original locations.
Perform a compression test. Record the results before you perform the following repairs:
^ Remove the cylinder heads.
^ Disassemble the valve mechanism.
1. Remove lower intake manifold.
2. Remove the exhaust crossover.
3. Remove the valve rocker arms and pushrods.
4. Remove oil level indicator and tube.
5. Remove the cylinder head bolts.
6. Remove the cylinder head.
7. Clean the mating surfaces of the following items:
^ The cylinder head
^ The cylinder block
^ The intake manifold
8. Clean the cylinder block bolt threads.
9. Clean the cylinder head bolts.
10. If replacing cylinder head, remove the following components:
^ Exhaust manifold.
^ Engine lift bracket
^ Spark plugs
Installation Procedure
1. If removed, Install the following components:
^ Exhaust manifold.
^ Engine lift bracket
^ Spark plugs
2. Place the cylinder head gasket into position over the dowel pins. Ensure that the THIS SIDE UP note is showing.
3. Install the cylinder head.
4. Notice: This component uses torque-to-yield bolts. When servicing this component do not reuse the bolts, New torque-to-yield bolts must be installed. Reusing used torque-to-yield bolts will not provide proper bolt torque and clamp load. Failure to install NEW torque-to-yield bolts may lead to engine damage.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
Install the new cylinder head bolts.
1. Tighten the cylinder head bolts a first pass to 60 Nm (44 ft. lbs.).
2. Tighten the cylinder head bolts a final pass in sequence to 95 degrees using the J45059.
1. Install the intake gasket.
2. Install the push rods.
3. Install the crossover pipe.
4. Install the upper and lower intake manifolds.
5. Connect the negative battery cable.
6. Install oil level indicator tube and indicator.
7. Fill the cooling system.