Checking cylinder head on watertightness (B36 engine) (Cooper base)

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Preliminary work needed:

Remove CYLINDER HEAD .
Remove ALL HYDRAULIC VALVE CLEARANCE COMPENSATING ELEMENTS .
Remove ECCENTRIC SHAFT .

Unscrew nuts (1).

Tightening torque 11 62 2AZ .

Remove trim strip (2).

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Position and fasten cylinder head (1) on special tool.

Position and fasten special tool on the exhaust side of the cylinder head (1).

NOTE: Assemble both special tools in a way that all water ducts on the cylinder head are sealed.

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Disassemble connecting bracket (1).

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Attach and fasten special tool to cylinder head.

NOTE: Compressed air at special tool maximum 3 bar .
Heat cylinder head to 60°.
Visual inspection in a water bath.

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Required follow-up work:

Remove all special tools
Install ALL HYDRAULIC VALVE CLEARANCE COMPENSATING ELEMENTS .
Install ECCENTRIC SHAFT .
Install the CYLINDER HEAD .
Assemble engine