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For 1990-2009 cars only

    Object Number: 2041101  Size: SH

    Note: The cylinder head bolts are torque to yield bolts and are single use only fasteners.

  1. Remove and discard the cylinder head bolts (1) 10 places, (2) 5 places.
  2. Discard the bolts.

    Caution: After removal, place the cylinder head on 2 wood blocks in order to prevent damage to the sealing surfaces.

  3. Remove the cylinder head (3).

  4. Object Number: 2041102  Size: SH
  5. Remove the cylinder head gasket (1).
  6. Discard the gasket.

  7. Clean and inspect the cylinder head and the cylinder block sealing surfaces. Refer to Cylinder Head Cleaning and Inspection and Engine Block Cleaning and Inspection.
  8. If necessary, disassemble the cylinder head. Refer to Cylinder Head Disassemble.