Cylinder Head: Removal: Removal

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CAUTION:

Prior to removing the cylinder head, the camshaft and crankshaft MUST be aligned and locked into position. If the procedure is not performed, SEVERE DAMAGE will result . The camshaft and the crankshaft MUST be locked with the appropriate special tools.

NOTE:

Refer to the timing belt removal service procedure for special tool information.

Refer to BELT, TIMING, REMOVAL .

Fig 1: Camshaft Bearing Housing Bolt Removal Sequence

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Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.
Perform the fuel pressure release procedure.
Refer to FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE RELEASE .
Remove the camshaft bearing housing.
Refer to HOUSING, CAMSHAFT BEARING, REMOVAL .

Fig 2: Exhaust Manifold Nuts
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Remove the exhaust manifold (4).
Refer to MANIFOLD, EXHAUST, REMOVAL .

Fig 3: Intake Manifold Flange Bolts
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Remove the intake manifold.
Refer to MANIFOLD, INTAKE, REMOVAL .

Fig 4: Side Timing Belt Cover & Bolt
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Remove the bolt (2) and the side timing belt cover (1).
CAUTION:
The vacuum hose and the after-run coolant pump hose have the same quick-connect fitting end. If removing both hoses, it is recommended that the hoses be marked at disassembly to avoid an incorrect installation. Failure to properly install the hoses can result in engine damage.

Fig 5: Thermostat Housing, Pressurized Coolant Bottle Return Hose, Clamp & Bolt
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Disconnect the after-run coolant pump hose (2).
Loosen the clamp (3) and disconnect the lower radiator hose.
Remove the bolt (4) and disconnect the oil filter housing coolant return hose.

Fig 6: Heater Core Inlet Hose, Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor Electrical Connector & Cylinder Head Coolant Outlet Flange
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Unlock and disconnect the Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) sensor wire harness connector (2).
Disconnect the heater core inlet hose (1).

Fig 7: Cylinder Head Bolt Removal Sequence
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Using the sequence shown in illustration, remove the cylinder head retaining bolts.

Fig 8: Cylinder Head Gasket & Locating Dowels
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Remove the cylinder head and gasket (1). Discard the gasket.

Fig 9: Thermostat Housing Assembly, Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor & Fasteners
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If required, remove the bolts (2) and the thermostat housing from the cylinder head.

Fig 10: Tensioner & Lock Nut
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If required, remove the tensioner lock nut (1) and the tensioner (2) from the cylinder head.