Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Pontiac Sunfire and 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install the cylinder head and gasket.
- Install NEW cylinder head bolts.
- Tighten the cylinder head bolts in sequence. Tighten the cylinder head bolts to 30 N.m (22 lb ft) plus 155 degrees.
- Install the NEW front cylinder head bolts. Tighten the front cylinder head bolts to 35 N.m (26 lb ft).
- Install the timing chain.
- Install the exhaust manifold.
- Lower the vehicle.
- Install the intake manifold.
- Install the power steering pump. Tighten the power steering pump bolts to 25 N.m (19 lb ft).
- Fill the cooling system.
- Connect negative battery cable.