Left Cylinder Head

Fig 1: Checking Cylinder Head Bolts for Stretching (Necking)

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Necking can be checked by holding a straight edge against the threads. If all the threads do not contact the scale, the bolt should be replaced.

Fig 2: Proper Tool Usage for Surface Preparation

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1. Clean the cylinder head and cylinder block mating surfaces.
   Fig 3: Cylinder Head Bolt Tightening Sequence

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2. Position the new cylinder head gasket on the locating dowels.
   CAUTION: When installing cylinder head, use care not damage the tensioner arm or the guide arm.
3. Position the cylinder head onto the cylinder block. Make sure the cylinder head seats fully over the locating dowels.
   NOTE: The four M8 cylinder head mounting bolts (11 - 14) require sealant to be added to them before installing. Failure to do so may cause leaks.
4. Lubricate the cylinder head bolt threads with clean engine oil and install the ten M11 bolts.
5. Coat the four M8 cylinder head bolts with Mopar® Thread Sealant with PTFE  then install the bolts.
   NOTE: The cylinder head bolts are tightened using an torque angle procedure.
6. Tighten the bolts in sequence using the following steps and torque values:
   1. Tighten bolts 1 - 10 to 27 N.m (20 ft. lbs.).
   2. Verify that bolts 1 - 10 have all reached 27 N.m (20 ft. lbs.), by repeating step 1 without loosening the bolts.
   3. Tighten bolts 11 - 14 to 14 N.m (89 in. lbs.).
   4. Rotate bolts 1 - 10 an additional 90°.
   5. Rotate bolts 1 - 10 an additional 90° again.
   6. Tighten bolts 11 - 14 to 26 N.m (19 ft. lbs).
   Fig 4: Positioning Secondary Chain Onto Camshaft Drive Gear

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   1 - LEFT CYLINDER HEAD

   2 - RIGHT CYLINDER HEAD

7. Position the secondary chain onto the camshaft drive gear, making sure one marked chain link is on either side of the V8 mark on the gear and position the gear onto the camshaft.
8. Install the camshaft drive gear retaining bolt.
9. Install the left side secondary chain guide. See INSTALLATION .
   Fig 5: Cylinder Head Access Plug Location

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   1 - RIGHT CYLINDER HEAD ACCESS PLUG

   2 - LEFT CYLINDER HEAD ACCESS PLUG

10. Install the cylinder head access plug (2).
11. Re-set and Install the left side secondary chain tensioner. See INSTALLATION .
    Fig 6: Installing Secondary Timing Chains on Idler Sprocket

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    1 - LOCK ARM

    2 - RIGHT CAMSHAFT CHAIN

    3 - SECONDARY CHAINS RETAINING PINS (4)

    4 - IDLER SPROCKET

    5 - LEFT CAMSHAFT CHAIN

    6 - SECONDARY CAMSHAFT CHAIN HOLDER 8429

12. Remove Secondary Camshaft Chain Holder 8429 (6).
13. Install the timing chain cover. See INSTALLATION .
14. Install the crankshaft damper. See INSTALLATION .
15. Install the power steering pump.
16. Install the fan blade assembly and fan shroud.
    Fig 7: Cylinder Head Cover-Left

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17. Install the cylinder head cover. See INSTALLATION .
18. Reinstall the master cylinder and booster assembly. Refer to BASE BRAKES .
19. Install the intake manifold. See INSTALLATION .
20. Fill the cooling system. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
21. Raise the vehicle.
22. Install the exhaust pipe onto the left exhaust manifold.
23. Drain oil.
24. Lower the vehicle.
25. Fill with oil.
26. Connect the negative cable to the battery.
27. Start the engine and check for leaks.