Cylinder Head Removal - Left

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 GMC Savana and 2002 Chevrolet Chevy Express. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the engine coolant temperature sensor, if applicable.

Fig 1: Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
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Remove the engine coolant temperature gage sensor, if applicable.

Fig 2: Engine Coolant Temperature Gage Sensor
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Remove the spark plugs.

Fig 3: Spark Plugs
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Remove the bolts and the spark plug wire support.

Fig 4: Bolts & Spark Plug Wire Support
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Remove the cylinder head bolts.

Fig 5: Cylinder Head Bolts
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NOTE: After removal, place the cylinder head on two wood blocks to prevent damage.
Remove the cylinder head.

Fig 6: Cylinder Head
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Remove and discard the cylinder head gasket.

Fig 7: Cylinder Head Gasket
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Remove the cylinder head locator dowel pins, if required.

Fig 8: Cylinder Head Locator Dowel Pins
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