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For 1990-2009 cars only

Cylinder Head Removal Left


    Object Number: 521828  Size: SH
  1. Remove engine coolant temperature gauge sensor.

  2. Object Number: 317307  Size: SH
  3. Remove and discard the spark plugs.

  4. Object Number: 317217  Size: SH
  5. Remove the cylinder head bolts.

  6. Object Number: 317227  Size: SH

    Notice: After removal, place the cylinder head on 2 wood blocks in order to prevent damage to the sealing surfaces.

  7. Remove the cylinder head.

  8. Object Number: 317233  Size: SH
  9. Remove and discard the cylinder head gasket.

  10. Object Number: 182846  Size: SH
  11. Remove the dowel pin (cylinder head locator) (if required).

Cylinder Head Removal Right


    Object Number: 317307  Size: SH
  1. Remove and discard the spark plugs.

  2. Object Number: 317239  Size: SH
  3. Remove the cylinder head bolts.

  4. Object Number: 317246  Size: SH

    Notice: After removal, place the cylinder head on 2 wood blocks in order to prevent damage to the sealing surfaces.

  5. Remove the cylinder head.

  6. Object Number: 317255  Size: SH
  7. Remove and discard the cylinder head gasket.

  8. Object Number: 182846  Size: SH
  9. Remove the dowel pin (cylinder head locator) (if required).