Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Pontiac Sunfire and 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Disconnect negative battery cable.
- Remove the intake manifold. Refer to Intake Manifold Replacement .
- Remove the power steering pump bolts and set pump aside.
- Remove the exhaust manifold. Refer to EXHAUST MANIFOLD REPLACEMENT (2.2L (L61)) .
- Remove the timing chain. Refer to Timing Chain, Sprockets, and/or Tensioner Replacement .
- Drain the cooling system. Refer to DRAINING AND FILLING COOLING SYSTEM (L61) .
- Remove the cylinder head bolts in sequence and discard.
- Remove the cylinder head and gasket.
- Clean all gasket surfaces.