Removing Cylinder Head

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CAUTION: Ingress of dirt

Danger of material damage due to blocked oil bores/oil ducts.

→ Absolute cleanliness is essential when working on the engine.

→ Lay removed engine parts on a clean base and make sure to cover them.

→ Use the cover for dust protection when fitting the engine NR.165 on the engine assembly support.

Loosen cylinder head nuts.
1. 1.1. Unscrew the twelve internal-serration screws in 1/2-turn steps in the specified sequence so as to avoid distorting the cylinder head.
  
  Fig 1: Loosening Sequence For Cylinder Head Nuts
  Courtesy of PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Lift the cylinder head straight up and off.