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Remove right cylinder head

WARNING: Working on 12 V electrical system. 
Risk of short circuits! Risk of fire! 
  • Make sure that there is no charger  connected to the jump start terminal in the engine compartment.
  • Detach battery ground lead from battery.
  • For auxiliary batteries: Detach battery minus cables from all auxiliary batteries.
WARNING: Vehicle may slip off the vehicle hoist if the vehicle hoist is handled incorrectly. 
Danger! Immobilization period-threatening injuries! 
CAUTION: Refrigerant circuit under high pressure. 
Injury hazard! 
NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE 
Damage to battery terminal, the safety battery terminal or the intelligent battery sensor (IBS). 
Damaged battery terminals can lead to malfunctions or vehicle electrical system faults. 
  • Detach battery terminal from battery pole. Do not pry off using a tool.
NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE 
Careless handling of tools and sharp-edged components. 
Scratches, surface damage. 
  • Protect working area.
  • Handle tools and components carefully.

Preliminary work 

Prepare special tool (8.5 mm diameter) 

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Remove both exhaust manifolds 

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Release the cylinder head bolt at the timing case cover 

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Unscrew the screw of the slide rail on the cylinder head of cylinder bank 1 

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NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE 
Damage of the engine and installed parts. 
Non-compliance with the instructions for mounting and disassembly may lead to damage to the engine and installed parts. 
  • Comply with the regulations for the installation and disassembly.
  • Perform work with vehicle care.
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Loosen right cylinder head 

Releasing the right cylinder head 

Fig 1: Cylinder Head Screws Loosening Sequence
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NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION 
The work must be performed with vehicle care to prevent component damage.
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