Cylinder Head - Right: Cleaning

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Jeep Liberty. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

To ensure engine gasket sealing, proper surface preparation must be performed, especially with the use of aluminum engine components. See Fig 1. (Refer to ENGINE - STANDARD PROCEDURE)

Fig 1: Proper Tool Usage for Surface Preparation

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1 - PLASTIC/WOOD SCRAPER