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Cylinder Head Assembly: Specifications

Cylinder Head Bolts
Please refer to Cylinder Head Removal and Replacement for tightening specifications and sequence. Service and Repair

Cylinder Head Inspection





Measure warpage of cylinder head surface that mates with cylinder block using a straight edge (A) and thickness gauge (B).
If warping exceeds limit, correct the surface by grinding it with a surface grinder.

Warping limit 0.035 mm (0.0014 in)
Grinding limit 0.3 mm (0.012 in)
Standard height of cylinder head 127.5 mm (5.02 in)

Camshaft Bearing Cap Bolts





First pass Gradually tighten in at least two steps in alphabetical order
Final pass
T1 9.75 Nm (1.0 kgf-m, 7.2 ft-lb)
T2 20 Nm (2.0 kgf-m, 14.8 ft-lb)

Exhaust Manifold Nuts Specifications

Camshaft Sprocket Bolts Specifications