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49. Cylinder Head Installation



Cylinder Head Installation

Tools Required

J 45059 (SA9140E) Angle Meter





Important: Do not use any sealing material.

1. Install the cylinder head gasket to the block.
2. Install the cylinder head.





Important: Always use new cylinder head bolts.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.

3. Install and tighten the cylinder head bolts in sequence.
^ Tighten bolts 30 N.m (22 lb ft).
^ Then turn all the bolts 155 degrees in sequence. Use the J45059 (SA9140E).




4. Install the front cylinder head bolts.

Tighten the cylinder head bolts to 35 N.m (26 lb ft).




5. Install the EGR cover (2), the bolts (1), and the EGR cover gasket (3).

Tighten the EGR cover bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

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