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Cylinder Head Removal - Left

  1. Remove the spark plugs from the cylinder head.
  2. IMPORTANT: The cylinder head bolts can NOT be used again. Install NEW cylinder head bolts during assembly.
  3. Remove the cylinder head bolts.
  4. NOTE: After removal, place the cylinder head on 2 wood blocks in order to prevent damage to the sealing surfaces.
    Fig 1: View Of Left Cylinder Head
    GM1424500Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove the cylinder head.
  6. Remove the gasket.
    Fig 2: View Of Left Cylinder Head Gasket & Locator Pins
    GM63169Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Discard the gasket.
  8. Discard the cylinder head bolts.