Cylinder Head Gasket: Service and Repair

11 12 101 Replacing cylinder head gasket (N18)

Special tools required:





Necessary preliminary work:
^ Remove cylinder head.





Identification (1) of head gasket (N18).

Important!
Rubber coating on cylinder head gasket must not be damaged under any circumstances.

If the cylinder head is re-machined, a thicker coating + 0.3 mm is also available for service personnel.





Check fitting sleeves (1) for damage and firm seating.

Lay cylinder head gasket on engine block.





Note:
Check cylinder head for deviation from flatness.

Check cylinder head for watertightness.

Assemble engine.