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Cylinder Head Removal - Left

  1. Remove the engine coolant temperature sensor, if applicable.
    Fig 1: Removing Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor - Left
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  2. Remove the engine coolant temperature gage sensor, if applicable.
    Fig 2: Removing Engine Coolant Temperature Gage Sensor - Left
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  3. Remove the spark plugs
    Fig 3: Removing Spark Plugs - Left
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  4. Remove the bolts and the spark plug wire support.
    Fig 4: Removing Bolts And The Spark Plug Wire Support - Left
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  5. Remove the cylinder head bolts.
    Fig 5: Removing Cylinder Head Bolts - Left
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    NOTE: After removal, place the cylinder head on two wood blocks to prevent damage.
  6. Remove the cylinder head.
    Fig 6: Removing Cylinder Head - Left
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  7. Remove and discard the cylinder head gasket.
    Fig 7: Removing Discard Cylinder Head Gasket - Left
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  8. Remove the cylinder head locator dowel pins, if required.
    Fig 8: Removing Cylinder Head Locator Dowel Pins - Left
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