Cylinder Head Assemble (LEA, or LUK)

Special Tools

• EN-8062  Valve Spring Compressor
• EN-9666  Valve Spring Tester
• EN-43963  Valve Spring Compressor (off car)

For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools .

Fig 1: Cylinder Head Plugs
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CAUTION:

In order to avoid damage, install the spark plugs after the cylinder head has been installed on the engine.

CAUTION:

Refer to Component Fastener Tightening Caution .

1. Install NEW cylinder head plugs. Coat the plugs with sealer. Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers .
2. Inspect the valve springs for the following conditions:
   • Expanded height
   • Unparallel spring ends
   • Spring tension using EN-9666  tester
   • Any distorted springs should be replaced
Fig 2: Applying Prussian Blue
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3. Inspect the valves and the valve seats. Refer to Valve and Seat Grinding .
Fig 3: View of Valves
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4. Install the valves (1). Replace the valves, if required.
Fig 4: View of Valve Seals
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NOTE:

Always use NEW valve stem oil seals when assembling the cylinder head.

5. Install the NEW valve seals (1). Fully seat the seals on the valve guides.
Fig 5: View of Valve Springs
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6. Install the springs (1).
Fig 6: View of Valve Keys and Retainer
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WARNING:

Compressed valve springs have high tension against the valve spring compressor. Valve springs that are not properly compressed by or released from the valve spring compressor can be ejected from the valve spring compressor with intense force. Use care when compressing or releasing the valve spring with the valve spring compressor and when removing or installing the valve stem keys. Failing to use care may cause personal injury.

CAUTION:

Do not compress the valve springs to less than 24.0 mm (0.943 in). Contact between the valve spring retainer and the valve stem oil seal can cause potential valve stem oil seal damage.

7. Install the retainers and keys using the following procedure:
   1. Install the retainer (2).
   2. Using the EN-8062  compressor and the EN-43963  compressor , compress the valve spring.
   3. Install the valve keys (1).
   4. Slowly release the EN-8062  compressor and the EN-43963  compressor (off car) from the valve/spring assembly.
   5. Inspect for proper valve key seating.
Fig 7: Intake Camshaft Position Sensor
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8. Lubricate the camshaft position sensor O-ring with clean engine oil.
CAUTION:

Refer to Fastener Caution .

9. Install the intake camshaft position sensor (1) and bolt. Tighten the bolt to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
Fig 8: Identifying the Coolant Air Bleed Hose Fitting
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10. Install the cylinder head air bleed tube (1) and tighten the tube to 15 N.m (11 lb ft).