Cylinder Head: Installation

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Install the cylinder head gasket.

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NOTE: Make sure that no fluids are present in the cylinder head bolt threaded bores.
1. Install the cylinder head.
2. NOTE: Make sure that new bolts are installed.
  
  NOTE: Only tighten the bolts finger tight at this stage.
  
  Install the cylinder head bolts.
3. Tighten the cylinder head bolts in sequence shown. Use the General Equipment: Polydrive Bit Socket
  Torque Stage 1: 89 lb.in (10 Nm) Stage 2: 30 lb.ft (40 Nm) Stage 3: Loosen: 45 deg. Stage 4: 22 lb.ft (30 Nm) Stage 5: 90 deg. Stage 6: 90 deg.
Fig 1: Cylinder Head Bolts Tightening Sequence
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Attach vacuum harness retainer.

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Position the thermostat housing and install the bolts.
Torque 89 lb.in (10 Nm)

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Position the coolant hose and connect the coupling.

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Install the PCM. Refer to: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) .
If equipped, connect the CHT sensor electrical connector and attach the wiring harness retainer.

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Position the ground wire and install the bolt.
Torque 177 lb.in (20 Nm)

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Install the following items:
1. Refer to: Valve Tappets .
2. Refer to: Intake Manifold .
3. Refer to: Turbocharger .
Fill the cooling system. Refer to: Engine Cooling System Draining, Vacuum Filling and Bleeding .