Inspection (626)
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- Inspect cylinder head for cracks or warpage at cylinder block and manifold areas. Resurface or replace cylinder head if warpage exceeds specification. See CYLINDER HEAD table under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS. Measure cylinder head bolt length from bottom of bolt head to tip. Standard length is 5.17-5.19" (131.2-131.8 mm). Replace cylinder head bolts if length exceeds maximum specification of 5.22" (132.5 mm).
- Ensure cylinder head bolt holes are completely clean. Inspect cylinder block deck surface for warpage. Replace cylinder block if warpage exceeds specification. See CYLINDER BLOCK table under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS. Inspect camshaft and components. See CAMSHAFT .