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Cylinder Head Replacement - Left



Cylinder Head Replacement - Left Side

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the left bank secondary timing chain.
2. Remove the oil level indicator.
3. Disconnect the coolant temperature sensor electrical connector.




4. Remove the wiring harness ground from the cylinder head.
5. Remove the catalytic converter.




6. Remove the cylinder head with the exhaust manifold.




7. Remove and discard the cylinder head gasket.
8. Clean and inspect the cylinder head and the engine block sealing surfaces.
9. If necessary, perform the following steps:

* Remove the exhaust manifold from the cylinder head.
* Remove the camshaft.
* Disassemble the cylinder head.

Installation Procedure

1. If necessary, perform the following steps:

* Assemble the cylinder head.
* Install the camshaft.
* Install the exhaust manifold to the cylinder head.




2. Install a NEW cylinder head gasket.




3. Carefully install the cylinder head with the exhaust manifold to the engine.
4. Install the catalytic converter to the exhaust manifold.
5. Connect the wiring harness electrical connector located at the side of the cylinder head.





Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.

6. Install the wiring harness ground to the cylinder head.

Tighten the wiring harness ground bolt to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

7. Install the coolant temperature sensor electrical connector.
8. Install the oil level indicator.
9. Install the left bank secondary timing chain.