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For 1990-2009 cars only

Special Tools

    • EN 46111 Crankshaft Rotation Socket
    • J 45059 Angle Meter

    Important: Ensure that the crankshaft is in the stage one timing drive assembly position using the EN 46111 .

  1. Ensure the cylinder head locating pins are securely mounted in the cylinder block deck face.

  2. Object Number: 902814  Size: SH
  3. Install a NEW left cylinder head gasket using the deck face locating pins for retention.

  4. Object Number: 902815  Size: SH
  5. Align the left cylinder head with the deck face locating pins.
  6. Place the left cylinder head in position on the deck face.
  7. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 902816  Size: SH

    Important: DO NOT allow oil on the cylinder head bolt bosses.

    Important: DO NOT reuse the old M11 cylinder head bolts.

  8. Install new M11 cylinder head bolts.
  9. Tighten

    1. Tighten the M11 cylinder head bolts a first pass in sequence to 30 N·m (22 lb ft).
    2. Tighten the M11 cylinder head bolts a second pass in sequence an additional 150 degrees using the J 45059 .
  10. Install the 2 front M8 left cylinder head bolts.
  11. Tighten

    1. Tighten the M8 cylinder head bolts a first pass to 15 N·m (11 lb ft).
    2. Tighten the M8 cylinder head bolts a second pass in sequence an additional 75 degrees using the J 45059 .