Cylinder Head: Installation

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Install the new lower cylinder head studs and new turbocharger gasket.
Torque

: 150 lb.in (17 Nm)

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Install the new cylinder head gasket.

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NOTE: Do not allow silicone sealant in or near the high-pressure oil feed hole. Any restriction in the high-pressure oil feed may result in engine damage.

NOTE: The cylinder head must be installed within 10 minutes of applying the sealant.

Apply a 8 mm (0.31 in) drop of silicone sealant at positions shown.

Material

: Motorcraft® Silicone Gasket and Sealant / TA-30 (WSE-M4G323-A4)

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NOTE: When removing or installing the cylinder head, use care to prevent excessive movement of the turbocharger. Excessive movement may cause damage to the turbocharger oil return tube resulting in an engine oil leak.
1. Slide the cylinder head and studs into the turbocharger.
2. Align the cylinder head to the locating dowels in the cylinder block and install.
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Install the new cylinder head bolts and tighten in sequence shown.
Torque

:Stage 1: 62 lb.in (7 Nm) Stage 2: 133 lb.in (15 Nm) Stage 3: 41 lb.ft (55 Nm) Stage 4: 90° Stage 5: 90°

Fig 1: Cylinder Head Bolts Tightening Sequence
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NOTE: Make sure that the components are installed to the position noted before removal.

Lubricate with clean engine oil and install the valve tappets.

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Position the water outlet and install the bolts.
Torque

: 89 lb.in (10 Nm)

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Connect the CHT sensor wiring harness electrical connector.

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Position the ground wire and install the bolt.
Torque

: 106 lb.in (12 Nm)

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Connect the fuel injector and the FRP sensor electrical connectors.

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- Install the fuel rail insulator shield.
- Attach the wiring harness retainers.
- Connect and attach the fuel rail electrical connector.
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Install the new upper cylinder head studs.
Torque

: 150 lb.in (17 Nm)

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1. Install the new lower turbocharger nuts.
  Torque
  
  : 37 lb.ft (50 Nm)
2. Install the new upper turbocharger nuts.
  Torque
  
  : 37 lb.ft (50 Nm)
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Install the following items:
1. Install the camshafts. Refer to: Camshafts .
2. Install the intake manifold. Refer to: Intake Manifold .
NOTE: Be prepared to collect escaping fluid.
- Remove the oil pan drain bolt and drain the engine oil. Use the General Equipment: Oil Drain Equipment
- Install the oil pan drain bolt.
  Torque
  
  : 20 lb.ft (27 Nm)
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Remove and discard the engine oil filter. Use the General Equipment: Oil Drain Equipment

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NOTE: Component must be lubricated with clean engine oil.

Lubricate the oil filter seal with clean engine oil and install.

Torque

:Stage 1: 71 lb.in (8 Nm) Stage 2: 180°

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NOTE: Make sure that fluid level is to the MAX mark.

Refer to: Specifications .

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1. NOTE: Lubricating the grommets with silicone grease will aid in the installation of the engine appearance cover, and any future removal and installation of the cover.
  
  Lubricate each grommet with silicone grease.
2. Position the engine appearance cover onto engine with the grommets aligned with the studs.
3. Press down on the engine appearance cover at each grommet location to attach the grommets onto the studs.
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Install the battery tray. Refer to: Battery Tray .
Fill the cooling system. Refer to: Cooling System Draining, Vacuum Filling and Bleeding .
Install the cowl panel grille. Refer to: Cowl Panel Grille .