Right Cylinder Head

Fig 1: Checking Cylinder Head Bolts For Stretching (Necking)

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Necking (2) can be checked by holding a straight edge against the threads. If all the threads do not contact the scale (2), the bolt should be replaced.

Fig 2: Proper Tool Usage For Surface Preparation

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1. Clean the cylinder head and cylinder block mating surfaces.
   Fig 3: Cylinder Head Bolts Removal/Tightening Sequence

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2. Position the new cylinder head gasket on the locating dowels.
   CAUTION:

   When installing cylinder head, use care not damage the tensioner arm or the guide arm.

3. Position the cylinder head onto the cylinder block. Make sure the cylinder head seats fully over the locating dowels.
   NOTE:

   The four M8 cylinder head mounting bolts (11 - 14) require sealant to be added to them before installing. Failure to do so may cause leaks.

4. Lubricate the cylinder head bolt threads with clean engine oil and install the ten M10 bolts.
5. Coat the four M8 cylinder head bolts with Mopar® Thread Sealant with PTFE  then install the bolts.
   NOTE:

   The cylinder head bolts are tightened using an angle torque procedure.

6. Tighten the bolts in sequence using the following steps and torque values:
   1. Tighten bolts 1 - 10 to 27 N.m (20 ft. lbs.).
   2. Verify that bolts 1 - 10 have all reached 27 N.m (20 ft. lbs.), by repeating step 1 without loosening the bolts.
   3. Tighten bolts 11 - 14 to 14 N.m (89 in. lbs.).
   4. Rotate bolts 1 - 10 an additional 90°.
   5. Rotate bolts 1 - 10 an additional 90° again.
   6. Tighten bolts 11 - 14 to 26 N.m (19 ft. lbs).
   Fig 4: V8 Timing Mark On Camshaft Sprocket

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   1 - LEFT CYLINDER HEAD

   2 - RIGHT CYLINDER HEAD

7. Position the secondary chain onto the camshaft drive gear, making sure one marked chain link is on either side of the V8 mark on the gear (2) and position the gear onto the camshaft.
8. Install the camshaft drive gear retaining bolt.
9. Install the right side secondary chain guide. Refer to CHAIN AND SPROCKETS, TIMING, INSTALLATION, 4.7L .
   Fig 5: Access Plugs From Left And Right Cylinder Heads

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   1 - RIGHT CYLINDER HEAD ACCESS PLUG

   2 - LEFT CYLINDER HEAD ACCESS PLUG

10. Install the right side cylinder head access plug (1).
11. Re-set and install the right side secondary chain tensioner.
    Fig 6: Secondary Timing Chains Locked

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    1 - LOCK ARM

    2 - RIGHT CAMSHAFT CHAIN

    3 - SECONDARY CHAINS RETAINING PINS (4)

    4 - IDLER SPROCKET

    5 - LEFT CAMSHAFT CHAIN

    6 - SECONDARY CAMSHAFT CHAIN HOLDER 8429

12. Remove Secondary Camshaft Chain Holder (special tool #8429, Holder, Secondary Camshaft Chain) (6).
13. Install the timing chain cover. Refer to COVER(S), ENGINE TIMING, INSTALLATION, 4.7L .
14. Install the crankshaft damper. Refer to DAMPER, VIBRATION, INSTALLATION, 4.7L .
15. Install accessory drive belt.
16. Install the fan shroud.
    Fig 7: Cylinder Head Cover - Right

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17. Install the cylinder head cover (1). Refer to COVER(S), CYLINDER HEAD, INSTALLATION, 4.7L .
    Fig 8: Intake Manifold Removal/Tightening Sequence

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18. Install the intake manifold. Refer to MANIFOLD, INTAKE, INSTALLATION, 4.7L .
19. Install oil fill housing onto cylinder head.
20. Refill the cooling system. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
21. Raise the vehicle.
22. Drain oil.
23. Install the exhaust pipe onto the right exhaust manifold.
24. Lower the vehicle.
25. Fill with new engine oil.
26. Reconnect battery negative cable.
27. Start the engine and check for leaks.