Both sides
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Ford Ranger. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING AND LIFTING article.
- Drain the engine cooling system. For additional information, refer to ENGINE COOLING article.
- Remove the intake manifold. For additional information, refer to Intake Manifold in this article.
- Remove the cooling fan shroud. For additional information, refer to ENGINE COOLING article.
- Remove the roller followers. For additional information, refer to Camshaft Roller Follower in this article.
- Rotate the accessory drive belt tensioner counterclockwise and remove the drive belt.
- Disconnect the engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor electrical connector.
- Move the coolant bypass hose clamp off the coolant pump outlet.
- Remove the bolts and the thermostat housing and coolant bypass hose.
- Remove the bolts and the fuel rail and fuel injector assembly.
- Remove the nut and position the A/C hose bracket aside.
NOTE:
The coolant bypass hose will be removed with the thermostat housing.
- Remove the cylinder heads.
- Remove the cylinder head bolts in the sequence shown. Discard all bolts.
- Remove and discard the head gasket.
CAUTION:
To avoid damage to the timing chain cassette, an assistant will be required to help lift the cylinder head from the vehicle.
NOTE:
New cylinder head bolts must be installed. They are a torque-to-yield design and cannot be reused.