- Install the valves, the seals, the springs and the caps to the cylinder
head. Refer to
Cylinder Head Assemble
.
Notice: Head gaskets are not interchangeable. The head gasket must be installed
with the arrow pointing to the front of the engine. Installing the head gasket
in any other direction will cause gasket failure and possible
engine failure.
- Position the head gasket with the arrow
pointing to the front of the engine.
- Install the cylinder head.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.
Notice: This bolt is designed to permanently stretch when tightened, and therefore MUST be replaced anytime it is removed. The correct
part number fastener must be used to replace this type of fastener. Do not use a bolt that is stronger in this application. If the correct bolt is not used, the parts will not be tightened correctly. The system or the components may be damaged.
Notice: This engine uses special torque to yield head bolts. This design bolt
requires a special tightening procedure. Failure to follow the given procedure
will cause head gasket failure and possible engine damage.
- Install the new cylinder head bolts (1-8).
Tighten
- Tighten the cylinder head bolts (1-8) in the following sequence
to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).
- Use theJ 45059
to
rotate the cylinder head bolts in the following sequence (1-8) an additional
120 degrees.
- Install the left push rods and rocker arms. Refer to
Valve Rocker Arm and Push Rod Replacement
.
- Install the left valve rocker arm cover. Refer to
Valve Rocker Arm Cover Replacement - Left Side
.
- Install the left exhaust manifold. Refer to
Exhaust Manifold Replacement - Left Side
in Engine Exhaust.
- Install the left spark plugs to the left cylinder head. Refer to
Spark Plug Replacement
in Engine Controls - 3.8L.
- Install the lower intake manifold. Refer to
Lower Intake Manifold Replacement
.
- Install the left engine mount strut bracket. Refer to
Engine Mount Strut Bracket Replacement - Left Side
.
- Install the right engine mount strut bracket. Refer to
Engine Mount Strut Bracket Replacement - Right Upper
.
- Install the ignition control module bracket and the ignition control module
to the left cylinder head. Refer to
Ignition Control Module Replacement
in Engine Controls - 3.8L.
- Install the air cleaner intake duct. Refer to
Air Cleaner Inlet Duct Replacement
in Engine Controls - 3.8L.
- Install the fuel injector sight shield. Refer to
Fuel Injector Sight Shield Replacement
.
- Fill the cooling system. Refer to
Cooling System Draining and Filling
in Engine Cooling.
- Fill the crankcase with engine oil. Refer to
Engine Oil and Oil Filter Replacement
.
- Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to
Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection
in Engine Electrical.
- Inspect for leaks.