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Cylinder Head Replacement - Left



Cylinder Head Replacement - Left Side

Tools Required

^ J 36660-A Torque Angle Meter
^ J 42385-200 Thread Repair Kit

Removal Procedure






1. Remove the generator bracket.
2. Remove the coolant air bleed pipe.
3. Remove the left exhaust manifold.
4. Remove the pushrods.
5. If equipped, remove the auxiliary air conditioning (A/C) bracket bolt (5).






Important: The cylinder head bolts are NOT reusable.

6. Remove and discard the cylinder head bolts (1, 2, 3).






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

7. Remove the cylinder head.






8. Remove and discard the cylinder head gasket.
9. Clean and inspect the cylinder head.

Installation Procedure

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.






1. Install cylinder head. Service and Repair
2. If equipped, install the auxiliary A/C bracket bolt (5).

Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 20 Nm (15 lb ft).

3. Install the pushrods.
4. Install the left exhaust manifold.
5. Install the coolant air bleed pipe.
6. Install the generator bracket.