Cylinder Head Installation - Right

Tools Required

• EN 46111  Crankshaft Rotation Socket
• J 45059  Angle Meter

IMPORTANT: Ensure that the crankshaft is in the timing drive assembly position using the EN 46111  .
1. Ensure the cylinder head locating pins are securely mounted in the cylinder block deck face.
Fig 1: View Of Right Cylinder Head Gasket
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2. Install a NEW right cylinder head gasket using the deck face locating pins for retention.
Fig 2: View Of Right Cylinder Head
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3. Align the right cylinder head with the deck face locating pins.
4. Place the right cylinder head in position on the deck face.
Fig 3: M11 Cylinder Head Bolts Tightening Sequence
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NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT allow oil on the cylinder head bolt bosses.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT reuse the old M11 cylinder head bolts.
5. Install new M11 cylinder head bolts.

   Tighten: 

   1. Tighten the M11 cylinder head bolts a first pass in sequence to 45 N.m (33 lb ft).
   2. Tighten the M11 cylinder head bolts a second pass in sequence an additional 120 degrees using the J 45059  .