(23) Remove upper t iming case to cylinder head
bolts (F ig. 15).
NOTE: Loosen cylinder head bolts in the reverse
order of the tightening sequence.
(24) Remove cylinder head bolts and inspect (Refer
to 9 - ENGINE/CYLINDE R HEAD - STANDARD
PROCE DURE ).
(25) Remove cylinder h ead (Fig. 15).
NOTE: Carefully clean all mating surfaces and bolt
thread holes. Assure that no oil or grease is present
during reassembly.
(26) Clea n all matin g surfa ces a nd blow out bolt
threa d holes.
REMOVAL - CYLINDER HEAD FRONT COVER
(1) Disconn ect nega tive battery cable.
(2) Remove engine cover (Refer to9-ENGINE-
REMOVAL).
(3) Remove cylinder head cover (Refer to 9 -
ENGINE/CYLINDER HEAD/CYLINDER HEAD
COVER(S) - REMOVAL).
(4) Remove timin g ch ain tension er (Refer t o 9 -
ENGINE/VALVE TIMING/TMNG BE LT/CHAIN
TENSIONER&PULLEY - REMOVAL).
WARNING: NO FIRE, OPEN FLAMES OR SMOKING.
SERVICE VEHICLE IN WELL VENTILATED AREAS
AND AVOID IGNITION SOURCES. RISK OF POISON-
ING FROM INHALING AND SWALLOWING FUEL.
RISK OF INJURY FROM SKIN AND EYE CONTACT
WITH FUEL. POUR FUELS ONLY INTO SUITABLE
AND APPROPRIATELY MARKED CONTAINERS.
WEAR PROTECTIVE CLOTHING WHEN HANDLING
FUEL.
(5) Remove vacu um pump (Refer t o9-ENGINE/
ENGINE BLOCK/INTERNAL VACUUM PUMP -
REMOVAL).
(6) Remove bolt s a tta ching front cover.
NOTE: Lower portion of front cover is sealed with
RTV sealant. Carefully tug at front cover until it
loosens from cylinder head.
(7) Raise lockin g pawl of top gu ide rail and remove
cylinder head front cover (Fig. 16).
NOTE: Dowel pins are use as a guide during
assembly and must remain in the proper position to
assure a good sealing surface.
Fig. 15 CYLINDER HEAD
1 - CYLINDER HEAD BOLT
2 - CYLINDER HEAD
3 - DOWEL
4 - GASKET
5 - BOLT TO TIMING COVER
VA ENGINE 9 - 25
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