Right Cylinder Head

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Fig 1: Crankshaft Timing Tool

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Clean and inspect gasket mating surfaces. Refer to ENGINE GASKET SURFACE PREPARATION .
Remove the (special tool #VM.10339, Tool, Crankshaft Timing) (1).

Fig 2: Setting Number One Piston At Top Dead Center Using Dial Indicator
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Set the number one piston to top dead center (TDC).
Using the (special tool #C-3339A, Set, Dial Indicator) (1), assemble as illustrated.

Fig 3: Measuring Height Of The Piston At Top Dead Center
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Zero the dial indicator on the top of the piston at location shown in illustration (1).
Use the dial indicator to measure the height of the piston at top dead center to the cylinder block and record measurements.
Zero the dial indicator on the top of the piston at location shown in illustration (2).
Use the dial indicator to measure the height of the piston at top dead center to cylinder block and record measurements.
Repeat the procedure for each cylinder.

Average the 3 pistons protrusion readings to determine the required gasket thickness.

HEAD GASKET SELECTION CHART
	Metric	Standard
PISTON CLEARANCE	0.130 - 0.220 mm	0.0051 - 0.0086 in.
CYLINDER HEAD GASKET THICKNESS	0.96 mm	0.0377 in.
GASKET IDENTIFICATION	NO HOLE

PISTON CLEARANCE	0.221 - 0.310 mm	0.0087 - 0.0122 in.
CYLINDER HEAD GASKET THICKNESS	1.06 mm	0.0417 in.
GASKET IDENTIFICATION	ONE HOLE

PISTON CLEARANCE	0.311 - 0.402 mm	0.0122 - 0.0158 in.
CYLINDER HEAD GASKET THICKNESS	1.16 mm	0.0456 in.
GASKET IDENTIFICATION	TWO HOLES

Fig 4: Cylinder Head Gasket Identification

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NOTE:

The above illustration shows gasket identification marks.

Select the appropriate cylinder head gasket from the cylinder head gasket chart.

Fig 5: Cylinder Head, Head Gasket, Engine Block & Bolts
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Install the new head gasket (3) onto the engine block (5). Be sure the coolant passages align (part number should be facing up).
Install the cylinder head (2) onto the engine block (5) and install the new heat bolts (1) finger tight.

Fig 6: Cylinder Head Alignment Tools & Bolts
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Install the exhaust side (special tool #VM.10343A-4, Alignment Tool, Cylinder Head (Right Exhaust)) (1) an securely tighten bolts (2).
Install the intake side (special tool #VM.10343A-1, Alignment Tool, Cylinder Head (Right Intake)) (3) an securely tighten bolts (4).

Fig 7: Cylinder Head Bolts Tightening Sequence
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Using the tightening sequence shown in illustration, tighten the cylinder head bolts to:
- 30 N.m (22 ft. lbs.).
- Tighten bolts an additional 75° turn.
- Tighten bolts an additional 75° turn.
- Tighten bolts an additional 75° turn.
Fig 8: Cylinder Head Alignment Tools & Bolts
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Remove bolts (4) and (special tool #VM.10343A-4, Alignment Tool, Cylinder Head (Right Exhaust)) (4).
Remove bolts (2) and (special tool #VM.10343A-1, Alignment Tool, Cylinder Head (Right Intake)) (1).
Install the water pump housing assembly. Refer to PUMP, WATER, INSTALLATION .
NOTE:
Follower and tappet assemblies must be installed in same location as when removed.
Install the followers and tappets (2) into their original position as noted during removal.
Install the right side intake and exhaust camshafts. Refer to CAMSHAFT, ENGINE, INSTALLATION .
Install the glow plugs and tighten to 8 N.m (71 in. lbs.).
Install the intake manifold. Refer to MANIFOLD, INTAKE, INSTALLATION .