Cylinder Head Installation - Right

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Tools Required

J 36660-A Torque Angle Meter

Install the dowel pins (cylinder head locator) (if necessary).
Inspect the dowel pins (cylinder head locator) for proper installation.
Install the cylinder head gasket.

Fig 1: Right Cylinder Head Gasket
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Install the cylinder head.

Fig 2: Installing Right Cylinder Head
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NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
Install NEW cylinder head bolts.
Tighten

Tighten the cylinder head bolts in sequence to 60 N.m (44 lb ft). Turn the bolts an additional 95 degrees using the J 36660-A.

Fig 3: Cylinder Head Bolt Tightening Sequence
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