Cylinder Head: Assembly

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NOTE: Lubricate all parts with clean engine oil prior to assembly.

Position the camshaft.

NOTE: The camshaft bearing caps must be installed in their original positions.

NOTE: After installing the bolts, check the camshaft for free rotation.

Install the camshaft bearing caps and the bolts.
- Tighten the bolts in the sequence shown in 2 stages.
  - Stage 1: Tighten to 6 Nm (53 lb-in).
  - Stage 2: Tighten to 16 Nm (142 lb-in).

Fig 1: Identifying Camshaft Bearing Cap Bolts Tightening Sequence

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NOTE: Valves must be installed in the position from which they were removed.

Install the valve.
Using the Valve Stem Oil Seal Installer, install new valve stem seals.

Fig 2: Installing Valve Seal Using Special Tool (303-370)

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NOTE: The valve springs, retainers and retainer keys must be installed in the position from which they were removed.

Using the Valve Spring Compressor, install the valve spring, the retainer and the retainer keys.

Fig 3: Removing Valve Spring Retainer Keys, Valve Spring Retainers & Valve Springs Using Special Tool (303-581)

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NOTE: Only use hand tools when removing or installing the spark plugs, damage may occur to the cylinder head or spark plug.

Install the spark plugs.
- Tighten to 17 Nm (150 lb-in).