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Removal Procedure

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  1. Disconnect negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure in Engine Electrical.
  2. Remove the intake manifold. Refer to Intake Manifold Replacement .
  3. Remove the power steering pump bolts and set pump aside.
    Fig 1: View Of Power Steering Pump
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  4. Remove the exhaust manifold. Refer to Exhaust Manifold Replacement (2.2L (L61)) in Engine Exhaust.
  5. Remove the timing chain. Refer to Timing Chain, Sprockets, and/or Tensioner Replacement .
  6. Drain the cooling system. Refer to Draining and Filling Cooling System (L61) in Engine Cooling.
  7. Remove the cylinder head bolts in sequence and discard.
    Fig 2: Cylinder Head Bolt Removal Sequence
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  8. Remove the cylinder head and gasket.
    Fig 3: View Of Cylinder Head And Gasket
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  9. Clean all gasket surfaces.