Cylinder Head: Inspection
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1995 Plymouth Grand Voyager, 1995 Dodge Grand Caravan, and 1995 Chrysler Town & Country. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Check cylinder head warpage. Resurface or replace cylinder head if warpage exceeds specification. See CYLINDER HEAD SPECIFICATIONS table under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS.CAUTION: DO NOT grind more than .008" (.20 mm) total from cylinder head surface and cylinder block deck surface.
- Hold a straightedge across threads of cylinder head bolt. If threads fail to contact straightedge in all areas, cylinder head bolts are stretched and must be replaced.