Cylinder Head: Installation
CAUTION:
Always use NEW cylinder head bolts. Apply sealant to threads of short cylinder head bolts ONLY. Coat all other cylinder head bolts with engine oil before installing.
- Ensure bolt holes in cylinder block are clean. Install gasket and cylinder head. Apply a thin coat of Teflon Pipe Sealant (D8AZ-19554-A) to threads of new short cylinder head bolts (closest to exhaust manifold). Lubricate all other bolts with light coat of engine oil. DO NOT apply sealant to long cylinder head bolts.
- Install cylinder head bolts. Tighten cylinder head bolts to specification in sequence. See Fig 1. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
- Coat ends of push rods with Engine Assembly Lubricant (D9AZ-19579-D) and install in original position. Before installing rocker arm on push rod, rotate crankshaft until push rod is fully downward and valve lifter is on base circle of camshaft. Position rocker arm on push rod, and tighten bolt to 43 INCH lbs. (5 N.m).
- Repeat procedure for remaining push rods and rocker arms. Tighten rocker arm bolt to final specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Final tightening of rocker arms may be done with camshaft in any position.NOTE: If cylinder head or valve train components are serviced, check valve clearance adjustment. See VALVE CLEARANCE ADJUSTMENTS under ADJUSTMENTS.
- Install generator bracket and generator. Install and tighten generator bolts to specification. See Fig 2. Install power steering bracket and power steering pump. Install and tighten power steering bolt to specification. See .Fig 3
- To complete installation, reverse removal procedure. Tighten all bolts and nuts to specification. Refill cooling system.