Installation Procedure
- For cylinder head assemble. Refer to Cylinder Head Assemble .
- Clean any debris or residual fastener thread sealant from the engine block cylinder head bolt holes to ensure proper torque or clamp load.
- Install a NEW cylinder head gasket (3).
- Install cylinder head (2).
- Hand start cylinder head bolts (1).
- Tighten cylinder head bolts in sequence.
- First Pass tighten to 80 N.m (59 lb ft)
- Second pass tighten + 90°
- Final pass tighten + 60°
- Connect electrical connectors as necessary.
- Install the valve rocker arms and push rods. Refer to Valve Rocker Arm and Push Rod Replacement .
- Install the ground wire and bolt at the rear of the cylinder head. Tighten the bolt to.15 N.m (11 lb ft)
- Install the exhaust manifold. Refer to Exhaust Manifold Replacement - Right Side (L83, L86) .
- Install generator bracket. Refer to Generator Bracket Replacement (L83, L86) .
- Install the fuel injector rail. Refer to Fuel Injection Fuel Rail Assembly Replacement - Bank 2 .
- Refill the coolant system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling (Vac N Fill L83 L86)Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static Fill L83 L86) .
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .
CAUTION:
Refer to Torque-to-Yield Fastener Caution .