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Cylinder Head Installation - Left Side: Installation

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    Fig 1: View Of Cylinder Head Gasket And Alignment Pins
    GM54362Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    CAUTION: This component uses torque-to-yield bolts. When servicing this component do not reuse the bolts, New torque-to-yield bolts must be installed. Reusing used torque-to-yield bolts will not provide proper bolt torque and clamp load. Failure to install NEW torque-to-yield bolts may lead to engine damage.
  1. Install the cylinder head locator dowel pins, if necessary.
  2. Inspect the cylinder head locator dowel pins for proper installation.
  3. Install the cylinder head gasket.
  4. Fig 2: Removing/Installing Cylinder Head
    GM1369266Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the cylinder head.
  6. Fig 3: View Of Cylinder Head Bolt Tightening Sequence
    GM826677Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
  7. Install the new cylinder head bolts.
    1. Tighten the cylinder head bolts a first pass in sequence to 60 N.m (44 lb ft) .
    2. Tighten the cylinder head bolts a final pass in sequence to 95 degrees using the J 45059:  meter .