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Cylinder Head Assembly: Service and Repair

Cylinder head, installing

- install cylinder head gasket
- note correct position
- screw in guide bolt from tool 3070 in threaded holes 8 and 10
- install cylinder head
- fit all cylinder head bolts
- remove guide bolt, with tool 3070 and replace with cylinder head bolt
- hand tighten only




Tightening torque: engine cold
- tighten in sequence to 40 Nm (29 ft lb)
- tighten in sequence to 60 Nm (43 ft lb)
- tighten in sequence additional 1/2 turn
(180°) further in one movement
(two turns are permissible)
- remove cylinder head bolts in sequence

NOTE: It is not necessary to re-tighten cylinder head bolts during scheduled maintenance or after performing repairs.