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Cylinder Head: Installation

  1. Install new head gasket with "TOP" mark upward. Be sure all contact surfaces are clean. Position cylinder head over gasket.
  2. Dip head bolts and washers in engine oil before installation. Install and tighten bolts in 3 stages in sequence. See Fig 1. First tighten bolts to 15 ft. lbs. (20 N.m). Tighten next to 44 ft. lbs. (60 N.m). Angle tighten an additional 90°.
  3. Adjust valves. Reverse remainder of removal procedure and make final valve adjustment after running engine for 10 minutes. See VALVE CLEARANCE ADJUSTMENT . Retorque cylinder head bolts.
Fig 1: Cylinder Head Tightening Sequence
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NOTE: Tighten to final torque in 3 stages.
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