Inspection (All Models)
- Inspect cylinder head surface for warpage. Inspect cylinder head manifold seating surfaces for warpage. Replace cylinder head if warpage cannot be corrected by surfacing. See CYLINDER HEAD table under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS.
- Inspect cylinder block deck surface for warpage. Resurface cylinder block if warpage exceeds specification. See CYLINDER BLOCK table under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS.
- On 16-valve, inspect cylinder head oil jet for obstructions. Oil jet is located at timing belt end of head in head-to-block mating surface. See Figure. Tighten oil jet to 44 INCH lbs. (5 N.m).
CAUTION:
Install cylinder head gasket with TOP facing away from cylinder block and positioned at crankshaft pulley end of cylinder block.