Installation Procedure

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

Install a new right cylinder head gasket.

Fig 1: Right Cylinder Head Gasket
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Install the right cylinder head over the locator pins and over the gasket.

Fig 2: Right Cylinder Head
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Install NEW cylinder head bolts
Tighten:

Tighten the bolts in sequence to 60 N.m (44 ft lbs) . Using the J 36660-A, rotate the bolts an additional 95 degrees. See Figure.
Install the right exhaust manifold. Refer to EXHAUST MANIFOLD REPLACEMENT - RIGHT (3.1L) in AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE SERVICING .
Install the right spark plugs. Refer to SPARK PLUGS .
Install the generator. Refer to GENERATOR .
Install the fuel line bracket.
Install the fuel line bracket bolt and the stud.
Tighten:

Tighten the bolt and the stud to 20 N.m (15 ft lbs)

Fig 3: Fuel Line Bracket And Bolt
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Install the right spark plug wires to the spark plugs. Refer to SPARK PLUG WIRE REPLACEMENT in ENGINE CONTROLS - REMOVAL & INSTALLATION, OVERHAUL .
Install the exhaust crossover pipe. Refer to EXHAUST CROSSOVER PIPE REPLACEMENT (3.1L) in AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE SERVICING .
Install the pushrods and valve rocker arms. Refer to Valve Rocker Arm and Push Rod Replacement .
Install the lower intake manifold. Refer to Intake Manifold Replacement - Lower .
Fill the crankcase with engine oil. Refer to Engine Oil and Oil Filter Replacement .
Fill the cooling system. Refer to DRAINING AND FILLING COOLING SYSTEM in ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM .
Inspect for leaks.