Tools Required

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).




Important: The cylinder head bolts are NOT reusable.

6. Remove and discard the cylinder head bolts (1, 2, 3).




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. Remove and discard the cylinder head gasket.
9. Clean and inspect the cylinder head. Refer to Cylinder Head Cleaning and Inspection .

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.




1. If equipped, install the auxiliary A/C bracket bolt (5).

Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 20 N·m (15 lb ft).

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