Cylinder Head - RH: Installation

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NOTE: If the cylinder head is replaced, a new secondary timing chain tensioner will need to be installed.

Install a new gasket, the RH cylinder head and 8 new bolts. Tighten in the sequence shown in 5 stages:
- Stage 1: Tighten to 20 Nm (177 lb-in).
- Stage 2: Tighten to 35 Nm (26 lb-ft).
- Stage 3: Tighten 90 degrees.
- Stage 4: Tighten 90 degrees
- Stage 5: Tighten 45 degrees.
  
  Fig 1: Identifying RH Cylinder Head Bolts Tightening Sequence
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Install the new M6 bolt.
- Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
  
  Fig 2: Locating M6 Bolt
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
NOTE: The valve tappets must be installed in their original positions.

NOTE: Coat the valve tappets with clean engine oil prior to installation.

Install the valve tappets.

Fig 3: Locating Valve Tappets In Cylinder Head
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Position back the ground strap and install the bolt.
- Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
  
  Fig 4: Locating Ground Strap And Bolt
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Install a new CHT sensor.
- Tighten to 11 Nm (97 lb-in).
  
  Fig 5: Locating CHT Sensor
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Install the ground stud bolt and the tie strap. Connect the CHT sensor electrical connector.
- Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in) then an additional 45 degrees.
  
  Fig 6: Locating Cylinder Head Temperature Sensor Electrical Connector, Ground Stud Bolt And Tie Strap
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Install the CMP heat shield, nut and the bolt. Connect the wire retainer.
- Tighten the bolt to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
- Tighten the nut to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
  
  Fig 7: Locating Wire Retainer, Nut, Bolt And CMP Heat Shield
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Install the RH upper primary timing chain guide and the 2 bolts.
- Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
Install the fuel rail. For additional information, refer to FUEL CHARGING SYSTEM & FUEL CONTROL SYSTEM - 3.5L GTDI .
Install the RH camshafts. For additional information, refer to CAMSHAFT - RH .
Install the RH turbocharger. For additional information, refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .