Removal (1.4L)
- Drain cooling system and disconnect upper radiator hose. Remove breather hose and air cleaner. Disconnect vacuum hose at distributor, fuel hose and water hose.
- Disconnect accelerator linkage and spark plug wires. Remove distributor, carburetor and intake manifold. Remove heat cowl, exhaust manifold assembly and timing belt cover.
- Move timing belt tensioner toward water pump and secure it. Remove timing belt from camshaft sprocket, ensuring belt is left on crankshaft sprocket. Remove rocker arm cover.
- Loosen cylinder head bolts, in steps, in reverse of tightening sequence. See Figure. Remove bolts and cylinder head making certain gasket pieces do not fall into engine.