Glow Plug Sleeve: Installation

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Verify the glow plug bore is completely clean and dry.
Apply Threadlock 262 - sealant to the glow plug sleeve in two places.

Fig 1: Applying Threadlock 262 Sealant To Glow Plug Sleeve In Two Places
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Install the glow plug sleeve into the glow plug bore until it bottoms.

Fig 2: Installing Glow Plug Sleeve Into Glow Plug Bore
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Clean the glow plug sleeve after installation with a nylon brush and solvent. Make sure Threadlock 262 - sealant is cleaned out before it hardens.
Install the press-in-place gasket.
- Install new dowels in the cylinder head an the gasket.
  
  Fig 3: Installing New Dowels In Cylinder Head An Gasket
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Position the rocker arm carrier on the cylinder head. Install the bolts.

Fig 4: Positioning Rocker Arm Carrier On Cylinder Head
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Install the lifting bracket on the cylinder head.
Install the cylinder heads. Refer to ENGINE - 6.0L DIESEL .