Cylinder Head: Disassembly

WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.

Remove the bolt and the camshaft position (CMP) sensor.

Fig 1: Removing Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor
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CAUTION: Do not pull on the ignition wires directly, as wires may separate from the connector inside the boot.

Fig 2: Disconnecting Spark Plug Wires

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Disconnect the spark plug wires.

NOTE: If an original spark plug is reused, install it in the same cylinder from which it was removed. New spark plugs may be installed in any cylinder.

Fig 3: Removing Spark Plugs

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Remove the spark plugs.
Using the special tool, remove the camshaft timing belt pulley.

Fig 4: Removing Camshaft Timing Belt Pulley
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CAUTION: Use care not to drop any components.

Remove the intake manifold.
- Discard the gaskets.
  
  Fig 5: Removing Intake Manifold
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NOTE: Remove the nuts evenly.

Remove the exhaust manifold.
- Discard the gasket.
  
  Fig 6: Removing Exhaust Manifold
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Remove the coolant outlet connection, thermostat and gasket.

Fig 7: Removing Thermostat And Gasket
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Remove the ignition coil, ignition coil bracket and wires as one assembly.

Fig 8: Removing Ignition Coil, Ignition Coil Bracket And Wires
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Remove the rocker arms.

Fig 9: Removing Rocker Arms
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NOTE: Always return the valve tappets to their original tappet bores unless new tappets are being installed.

Remove the valve tappet(s).
1. Remove the valve tappet guide plate retainers.
2. Remove the valve tappet guide plates.
3. Remove the valve tappets.
  
  Fig 10: Removing Valve Tappet
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Remove the camshaft thrust plate.

Fig 11: Removing Camshaft Thrust Plate
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Using the special tool, remove the camshaft front oil seal.

Fig 12: Removing Camshaft Front Oil Seal
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NOTE: The camshaft can be removed in either direction.

Fig 13: Removing Camshaft

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Remove the camshaft.

NOTE: Keep the components in order for reassembly.

Fig 14: Removing Valve Spring Retainer Key And Valve Spring

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Using the special tool, compress the valve spring and remove the valve spring retainer key and the valve spring.
Slowly remove the special tool.
Remove the valves.

Fig 15: Removing Valves
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Remove and discard the valve stem seals.

Fig 16: Removing Valve Stem Seals
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