Cylinder Head - LH: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2014 Ford F-150. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

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

Install a new gasket, the LH cylinder head and 8 new bolts. Tighten in the sequence shown in illustration 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.
Install the new M6 bolt.
- Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
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.
NOTE: Lubricate the 2 CMP sensor O-ring seals with clean engine oil.

Install the 2 LH CMP sensors and the 2 bolts.
- Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
Install the ground stud bolt. Position back the CKP wire retainer. Connect the 2 LH CMP sensor electrical connectors.
- Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in) then an additional 45 degrees.
Install the LH upper primary timing chain guide and the bolt.
- Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
Install the fuel rail. For additional information, refer to FUEL CHARGING AND CONTROLS - 3.5L GTDI .
Install the LH camshafts. For additional information, refer to CAMSHAFT - LH .
Install the LH turbocharger. For additional information, refer to FUEL CHARGING AND CONTROLS - TURBOCHARGER .