Right Cylinder Head (G1779725): Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
CAUTION:
Extreme cleanliness must be exercised when handling these components. Make sure that all tools and the surrounding area is clean before commencing work.
NOTE:
- This procedure contains some variation in the illustrations depending on the vehicle specification, but the essential information is always correct.
- This procedure contains illustration showing certain components removed to provide extra clarity.
- Disconnect the startup battery ground cable.
Refer to: STARTUP BATTERY DISCONNECT AND CONNECT
- Raise and support the vehicle on a suitable 2 post lift.
Refer to: LIFTING
- Drain the cooling system.
Refer to COOLING SYSTEM DRAINING AND VACUUM FILLING (G2131524) .
- Remove the right side Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) valve.
Refer to: RIGHT EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE
- Remove the right side exhaust manifold.
Refer to: RIGHT EXHAUST MANIFOLD
- Remove the right side glow plugs.
Refer to: GLOW PLUGS
- Remove the right side camshafts.
Refer to: RIGHT CAMSHAFT
- Release the wiring harness.
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CAUTION: Discard the O-ring seals.
Remove the coolant outlet manifold.
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NOTE: Note the position of the components prior to removal.
Remove the valve rocker arms and hydraulic adjusters.
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CAUTION: Discard the bolts.
Remove the cylinder head and cylinder head gasket.
- Note the number of cutouts on the old cylinder head gasket. Make sure the correct new cylinder head gasket is installed.