Cylinder Head: Removal
- Disconnect battery. Drain coolant. Disconnect emission control hoses and vacuum lines; mark for reinstallation. Loosen alternator belt. Disconnect heater hoses.
On federal vehicles, disconnect mixture cable attached at back carburetor. Disconnect fuel evaporation hoses. Separate throttle linkage from carburetors. Remove valve cover. Disconnect heater return line.
- Remove heat shield from between carburetor and air cleaner. Disconnect exhaust (CAT, if equipped) at manifold flange. Remove water pump. Remove rocker arm assembly. Take out push rods. Disconnect fuel line and remove cylinder head.NOTE: It may be necessary to remove intake and exhaust manifolds.