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For 1990-2009 cars only

    Object Number: 1408870  Size: SH

    Important: The cylinder head bolts are of a torque-to-yield design and are NOT to be used again. Install NEW cylinder head bolts during assembly.

  1. Remove the cylinder head bolts (220, 221).
  2. Notice: After removal, place the cylinder head on 2 wood blocks in order to prevent damage to the sealing surfaces.

  3. Remove the cylinder head (218).

  4. Object Number: 1408871  Size: SH
  5. Remove the gasket (217) and locating pins (230).
  6. Discard the gasket and cylinder head bolts.