Cylinder Head - Removal

REMOVAL










1. Perform fuel pressure release procedure before attempting any repairs.Service and Repair
2. Disconnect negative cable from remote jumper terminal.
3. Drain cooling system.
4. Remove accessory drive belts Serpentine Accessory Drive Belt - Removal.










5. Remove the vibration damper Vibration Damper - Removal.
6. Remove exhaust cross-under pipe Exhaust Cross under Pipe - Removal.
7. Remove the appropriate catalytic converter Catalytic Converter - Removal.





8. Remove oil pressure sensor heat shield. Disconnect oil pressure sensor connector.
9. Remove upper and lower intake manifoldsIntake Manifold - Removal.





10. Remove cylinder head covers Cylinder Head Cover(s) - Removal.
11. Disconnect camshaft position sensor and crankshaft position sensor connectors.
12. Reposition engine wiring harness to left side of vehicle.










13. Remove coolant outlet connector (3) Coolant Outlet Housing - Removal.





14. Remove timing chain cover Engine Timing Cover(s) - Removal.
15. Rotate crankshaft until crankshaft sprocket timing mark aligns with timing mark on oil pump housing.
16. Remove primary timing chain Timing Chain & Sprockets - Removal.
17. Remove upper primary timing chain guides.
18. Remove camshaft bearing caps gradually in REVERSE sequence of installation (10-1).










19. Remove camshafts (10) and valvetrain components from cylinder head. Note component locations for re-installation in original locations.
20. For left cylinder head removal:
- Remove fastener securing engine oil dipstick tube to cylinder head. Remove engine oil dipstick tube.
- Remove generator.

21. For right cylinder head removal:
- Remove cylinder head ground strap.
- Disconnect EGR valve electrical connector (if equipped).





CAUTION: Ensure cylinder head bolts 11-9 are removed before attempting the removal of cylinder head, as damage to cylinder head and/or block may occur.

22. Remove cylinder head bolts in reverse sequence of installation starting with bolts 11-9, then bolts 8-1.
23. Remove cylinder head(s).
24. Remove and discard cylinder head gasket.
25. Clean cylinder head and block sealing surfaces. Cylinder Head - Cleaning