For 1990-2009 cars only
Removal Procedure
- Remove the hood. Refer to Hood Replacement .
- Remove the right bank secondary timing chain. Refer to Secondary Camshaft Drive Chain Replacement - Right Side .
- With the aid of an assistant, remove the cylinder head with the exhaust manifold. Refer to Cylinder Head Removal - Right Side .
- Remove and discard the cylinder head gasket.
- Clean and inspect the cylinder head and the engine block sealing surfaces. Refer to Cylinder Head Cleaning and Inspection and Engine Block Cleaning and Inspection .
- If necessary, perform the following steps:
| • | Remove the exhaust manifold from the cylinder head. Refer to Exhaust Manifold Removal - Right Side . |
| • | Remove the camshaft. Refer to Camshaft Removal - Right Side . |
| • | Disassemble the cylinder head. Refer to Cylinder Head Disassemble . |
Installation Procedure
- If necessary, perform the following steps:
- Install a NEW cylinder head gasket.
- With the aid of an assistant, carefully install the cylinder head with the exhaust manifold to the engine. Refer to Cylinder Head Installation - Right Side .
- Install the right bank secondary timing chain. Refer to Secondary Camshaft Drive Chain Replacement - Right Side .
- Install the hood. Refer to Hood Replacement .
| • | Assemble the cylinder head. Refer to Cylinder Head Assemble . |
| • | Install the camshaft. Refer to Camshaft Installation - Right Side . |
| • | Install the exhaust manifold to the cylinder head. Refer to Exhaust Manifold Installation - Right Side . |
