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Cylinder Head Assembly

Cylinder Head Bolts
Please refer to Cylinder Head Removal and Replacement for tightening specifications and sequence. Cylinder Head Assembly

Cylinder Head Warpage





Check the warping of the cylinder head mating surface that mates with cylinder block using a straight edge (A) and thickness gauge (B) at the locations shown in the figure. If it exceeds the limit, correct the surface by grinding it with a surface grinder or replace the cylinder head. Measurement should be performed at a temperature of 20°C (68°F).

Warping limit 0.035 mm (0.0014 in)
Grinding limit 0.1 mm (0.004 in)
Standard height of cylinder head 98.5 mm (3.878 in)

Camshaft Bearing Cap Bolts





Left Hand 18 Nm (1.8 kgf-m, 13.3 ft-lb)





Right Hand 18 Nm (1.8 kgf-m, 13.3 ft-lb)

Exhaust Pipe Specifications

Camshaft Sprocket Specifications