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For 1990-2009 cars only

Tools Required

J 45059 Angle Meter

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 871567  Size: SH
  1. Remove the generator bracket. Refer to Generator Bracket Replacement .
  2. Remove the coolant air bleed pipe. Refer to Coolant Air Bleed Pipe Assembly Replacement .
  3. Remove the left exhaust manifold. Refer to Exhaust Manifold Replacement - Left Side .
  4. Remove the pushrods. Refer to Valve Rocker Arm and Push Rod Replacement .
  5. If equipped, remove the auxiliary air conditioning (A/C) bracket bolt (5).
  6. Remove the cylinder head. Refer to Cylinder Head Removal - Left Side .
  7. Clean and inspect the cylinder head. Refer to Fastener Notice Cylinder Head Cleaning and Inspection .

Installation Procedure

  1. Install the cylinder head. Refer to Cylinder Head Installation - Left Side .
  2. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 871567  Size: SH
  3. If equipped, install the auxiliary A/C bracket bolt (5).
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt to 20 N·m (15 lb ft).

  5. Install the pushrods. Refer to Valve Rocker Arm and Push Rod Replacement .
  6. Install the left exhaust manifold. Refer to Exhaust Manifold Replacement - Left Side .
  7. Install the coolant air bleed pipe. Refer to Coolant Air Bleed Pipe Assembly Replacement .
  8. Install the generator bracket. Refer to Generator Bracket Replacement .