Cylinder Head Installation - Left Side

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Fig 1: Identifying Cylinder Head & Cylinder Head Bolts

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Install the cylinder head gasket. Ensure the arrows point towards the front of the engine. The left cylinder head gasket has the letter L stamped next to the arrow.

NOTE: Refer to Special Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Fig 2: Identifying Cylinder Head Bolt Tightening Sequence

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NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .

Install new cylinder head bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the cylinder head bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft) in sequence. Using J 45059 rotate each cylinder head bolt an additional 120 degrees.