Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.

Remove the drive motor generator control module. Refer to Drive Motor Generator Control Module Assembly Replacement .

Fig 1: Right Cylinder Head Engine Harness Studs And Retainers

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Remove the oil level indicator. Refer to Oil Level Indicator Tube Replacement .
Remove the intake manifold. Refer to Intake Manifold Replacement .
Remove the coolant air bleed pipe. Refer to Engine Coolant Air Bleed Pipe Replacement (with AFM) , Engine Coolant Air Bleed Pipe Replacement (without AFM) .
Remove the right exhaust manifold. Refer to Exhaust Manifold Replacement - Right Side .
Remove the pushrods. Refer to Valve Rocker Arm and Push Rod Replacement .
Remove the engine harness stud (4) from the front of the right cylinder head.
Position the engine harness aside.

Fig 2: View Of Cylinder Head & Bolts

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NOTE:

The cylinder head bolts are of a torque-to-yield design and are NOT to be reused.

CAUTION:

All camshaft journals are the same diameter, so care must be used in removing or installing the camshaft to avoid damage to the camshaft bearings.

Fig 3: View Of Cylinder Head Gasket & Locating Pins

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Remove and discard the cylinder head gasket (217).
If required, clean and inspect the cylinder head. Refer to Cylinder Head Cleaning and Inspection .