Installation (All Models)
- Replace locating dowels in cylinder block if damaged. Position NEW head gasket over locating dowels on cylinder block, with marked side in proper position.
NOTE:
"V" notch below TRUCK marking on gasket indicates right side head gasket. "V" notch above TRUCK marking on gasket indicates left side head gasket. See Figure. Ensure UP mark on gasket faces upward.
- Install cylinder head and NEW cylinder head bolts. Tighten cylinder head bolts in sequence to specification. See Fig 1. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS table. Dip each push rod end in Oil Conditioner (D9AZ-19579-D). Install push rods in their original location.
- For each valve, rotate crankshaft until lifter rests on base circle of camshaft lobe. Position rocker arm over push rod and install fulcrum. Tighten rocker arm bolt to 96 INCH lbs. (11 N.m). After all rocker arms have been installed, tighten rocker arm bolts (camshaft may be in any position) to a final torque of 24 ft. lbs. (32 N.m).
NOTE:
Rocker arms must be fully seated in cylinder head and push rods must be seated in rocker arm sockets before final tightening. If all original components removed are reinstalled, valve clearance check is not required. If valves/seats were serviced, check and adjust valve clearance. See VALVE CLEARANCE ADJUSTMENT under ADJUSTMENTS .
- To complete installation, reverse removal procedure. Tighten all bolts and nuts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS table. Fill and bleed cooling system.
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