Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the valve rocker arms and pushrods. Refer to VALVE ROCKER ARM AND PUSH ROD REPLACEMENT .
- Remove the engine coolant air bleed pipe and covers. Refer to COOLANT AIR BLEED PIPE ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT in Engine Cooling.
- Remove the generator bracket.
- Remove the exhaust manifold. Refer to EXHAUST MANIFOLD REPLACEMENT - LEFT in Engine Exhaust.
- Remove the engine wiring harness ground bolt (5) from the rear of the left cylinder head.
- Reposition the engine wire harness ground strap (6) away from the cylinder head.
Important: The cylinder head bolts are NOT reusable.
- Remove the cylinder head bolts.NOTE: After removal, place the cylinder head on two wood blocks to prevent damage.
- Remove the cylinder head.
- Remove the cylinder head gasket.
- Discard the gasket.
- Discard the M11 cylinder head bolts.
- Clean and inspect the cylinder head. Refer to CYLINDER HEAD CLEANING AND INSPECTION .