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Cylinder Head Replacement - Right Side



Cylinder Head Replacement - Right Side

Tools Required

* J 45059 Angle Meter
* J 42385-200 Thread Repair Kit

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the oil level indicator.
2. Remove the coolant air bleed pipe.
3. Remove the right exhaust manifold.
4. Remove the pushrods.





Important: The cylinder head bolts are NOT reusable.

5. Remove the cylinder head bolts.

Notice: After removal, place the cylinder head on 2 wood blocks in order to prevent damage to the sealing surfaces.

6. Remove the cylinder head.




7. Remove the cylinder head gasket.
8. Discard the gasket.
9. Discard the cylinder head bolts.
10. Clean and inspect the cylinder head.

Installation Procedure

Caution: Wear safety glasses in order to avoid eye damage.

Notice: Clean all dirt, debris, and coolant from the engine block cylinder head bolt holes. Failure to remove all foreign material may result in damaged threads, improperly tightened fasteners or damage to components.

Important:

* Do not reuse the cylinder head bolts. Install NEW cylinder head bolts during assembly.

* Do not use any type of sealant on the cylinder head gasket (unless specified).

* The cylinder head gaskets must be installed in the proper direction and position.




1. Clean the engine block cylinder head bolt holes (if required).
Thread repair tool J 42385-107, found in J 42385-200 may be used to clean the threads of old threadlocking material.
2. Use spray cleaner to clean out the hole. Refer to Sealers, Adhesives, and Lubricants for the correct part number.
3. Clean the cylinder head bolt holes with compressed air.
4. Check the cylinder head locating pins for proper installation.




5. Inspect the displacement markings (2) on the gasket, for proper usage.





Important: When properly installed, the tab on the right cylinder head gasket will be located right of center or closer to the front of the engine.

6. Install the NEW right cylinder head gasket onto the locating pins.




7. Install the cylinder head onto the locating pins and gasket.
8. Install the NEW cylinder head bolts.





Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.

9. Tighten the cylinder head bolts.
1. Tighten the M11 cylinder head bolts (1-10) a first pass in sequence to 30 N.m (22 lb ft).
2. Tighten the M11 cylinder head bolts (1-10) a second pass in sequence to 90 degrees using J 45059.
3. Tighten the M11 cylinder head bolts (1-10 ) a final pass in sequence to 70 degrees using J 45059.
4. Tighten the M8 cylinder head bolts (11-15) to 30 N.m (22 lb ft). Begin with the center bolt (11) and alternating side-to-side, work outward tightening all of the bolts.
10. Install the pushrods.
11. Install the right exhaust manifold.
12. Install the coolant air bleed pipe.
13. Install the oil level indicator.