Cylinder Head Installation - Right Side

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Suzuki XL7. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Reference: CYLINDER HEAD ASSEMBLE .

Special Tool

EN 46111 Crankshaft Rotation Socket

J 45059 Angle Meter

NOTE: Ensure that the crankshaft is in the timing drive assembly position using the EN 46111.

Ensure the cylinder head locating pins are securely mounted in the cylinder block deck face.

Fig 1: Identifying Right Cylinder Head Gasket
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Install a NEW right cylinder head gasket using the deck face locating pins for retention.

Fig 2: Identifying Right Cylinder Head
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Align the right cylinder head with the deck face locating pins.
Place the right cylinder head in position on the deck face.

Fig 3: Tightening M11 Cylinder Head Bolts
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CAUTION: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
NOTE:
- DO NOT allow oil on the cylinder head bolt bosses.
- DO NOT reuse the old M11 cylinder head bolts.
Install new M11 cylinder head bolts.
Tightening torque
1. Tighten the M11 cylinder head bolts a first pass in sequence to 45 N.m (33 lb ft) .
2. Tighten the M11 cylinder head bolts a second pass in sequence an additional 120 degrees using the J 45059 .
Reference: VALVE LIFTER INSTALLATION - RIGHT SIDE .