Cylinder Head: Inspection
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- Inspect the cylinder head for cracks, burned valves or seats and scratched or marred gasket mating surface.
- Measure the cylinder head thickness. If the deck-to-deck measurements are not within specifications, install a new cylinder head.
NOTE:
Cylinder heads used on the diesel engine cannot be resurfaced. Install a new cylinder head if it is cracked or warped.
NOTE:
If it is suspected that the cylinder head has been resurfaced, using a suitable micrometer, measure the cylinder head thickness at four different points.