Tools Required

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J 45059 Angle Meter. See Special Tools .

Fig 1: Identifying Cylinder Head

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IMPORTANT: Do not use any sealing material.

Install the cylinder head gasket to the block.
Install the cylinder head.

Fig 2: Identifying Cylinder Head Bolt Tightening Sequence

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IMPORTANT: Always use new cylinder head bolts.

NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.

Install and tighten the cylinder head bolts in sequence.
Tighten:
- Tighten bolts 30 N.m (22 lb ft).
- Then turn all the bolts 155 degrees in sequence. Use the J 45059 . See Special Tools .

Fig 3: Installing Front Cylinder Head Bolts

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Install the front cylinder head bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the cylinder head bolts to 35 N.m (26 lb ft).