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Removal Procedure

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    Fig 1: View Of Cylinder Head & Bolt (Right)
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  1. Remove the intake manifold. Refer to Intake Manifold Replacement .
  2. Remove the coolant air bleed pipe. Refer to Coolant Air Bleed Pipe Assembly Replacement .
  3. Remove the generator bracket. Refer to Generator Bracket Replacement (LS4) .
  4. Remove the right exhaust manifold. Refer to Exhaust Manifold Removal - Right Side .
  5. Remove the pushrods. Refer to Valve Rocker Arm and Push Rod Replacement .
    6. IMPORTANT: The cylinder head bolts are of a torque to yield design and are NOT to be used again.
  6. Remove and discard the cylinder head bolts (220, 221).
    7. NOTE: After removal, place the cylinder head on 2 wood blocks in order to prevent damage to the sealing surfaces.
  7. Remove the cylinder head (218).
    8. Fig 2: View Of Cylinder Head Gasket
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  8. Remove and discard the cylinder head gasket (217).
  9. Clean and inspect the cylinder head. Refer to Cylinder Head Cleaning and Inspection .
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