Cylinder Head Removal - Left

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Fig 1: View Of Left Cylinder Head Bolts

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Remove and discard the cylinder head bolts (227, 228, 229).

Fig 2: View Of Left Cylinder Head And Alignment Pin

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

Remove the cylinder head.

Fig 3: View Of Left Cylinder Head Gasket And Alignment Pins

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Remove the cylinder head gasket.
Discard the cylinder head gasket.