Cylinder Head, Removing And Installing: Removing

Preliminary work may be required depending on the model. Refer to CYLINDER HEAD, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Remove the spark plugs with the Spark Plug Removal Tool: 3122B  .

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-- Remove the bolts -arrows-.

Fig 1: Cylinder Head Loosening Sequence

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-- Use the Polydrive Bit Drive Socket: T10070  or Socket: T40270  to remove the cylinder head bolts in the sequence -1 to 10-.

• All hoses and line connections must be loosened.

-- Remove the cylinder head.

-- Lay the cylinder head on a soft surface, such as foam.

• Seal the open channels of the intake and exhaust tract with clean cloths or with thoroughly cleaned plugs from the Engine Bung Set: VAS6122  .