Cylinder Head: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Dodge Magnum, 2006 Dodge Charger, and 2006 Chrysler 300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Removing/Installing Air Cleaner Duct

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Perform the Fuel System Pressure Release procedure (Refer to FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL DELIVERY - STANDARD PROCEDURE) . Disconnect the fuel supply line (Refer to FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL DELIVERY/QUICK CONNECT FITTING - STANDARD PROCEDURE) .
Disconnect the battery negative cable.
Drain cooling system (Refer to COOLING - STANDARD PROCEDURE) .
Remove the air cleaner resonator and duct work. Refer to REMOVAL .
Remove closed crankcase ventilation system.
Disconnect the evaporation control system.

Fig 2: Ignition Coil Mounting Bolts - 5.7L/6.1L
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Unplug the ignition coil (1).
Remove ignition coil mounting bolts (3).
Disconnect heater hoses.

Fig 3: Removing/Installing Ignition Coil
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Remove the power steering pump.
Disconnect the exhaust at the exhaust manifolds.
Remove the ignition coils (1).

Fig 4: Cylinder Head Cover Torque Sequence
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Unbolt the cylinder head covers using the sequence provided.

Fig 5: 5.7L/6.1L Cylinder Head Components

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1 - CYLINDER HEAD COVER

2 - GASKET

3 - FASTENERS

4 - CYLINDER HEAD

5 - HEAD GASKET

Remove the cylinder head cover (1). Refer to REMOVAL .

Fig 6: ROCKER SHAFT TORQUE SEQUENCE
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Remove intake manifold and throttle body as an assembly. Refer to REMOVAL .
Remove rocker arm assemblies and push rods. Identify to ensure installation in original locations. Refer to REMOVAL .

Fig 7: HEAD BOLT LOOSENING/TIGHTENING SEQUENCE
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Remove the head bolts from each cylinder head, using the sequence provided, and remove cylinder heads. Discard the cylinder head gasket.