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Cylinder Head: Assembly

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All cylinder heads 

  1. 1.

    Install the valve.
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  1. 2.

    NOTE: Lubricate the valve stem seal with clean engine oil prior to installation.

    Using the Valve Stem Oil Seal Installer, install a new valve stem seal.

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  1. 3.

    Using the Valve Spring Compressors, install the valve spring, retainer and key.
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  1. 4.

    Repeat the above steps for each valve.

  1. 5.

    Install the timing chain guide pin.
    • Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
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RH cylinder head 

  1. 6.

    Install the timing chain tensioner arm pin.
    • Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
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  1. 7.

    Install a new CHT sensor.
    • Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
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