Cylinder Head Installation - Left 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 stage one 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 Left Cylinder Head Gasket
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Install a NEW left cylinder head gasket using the deck face locating pins for retention.

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

Fig 3: Identifying M11 Cylinder Head Bolts In Sequence
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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 .
Install the 2 front M8 left cylinder head bolts.
Tightening torque
1. Tighten the M8 cylinder head bolts a first pass to 15 N.m (11 lb ft) .
2. Tighten the M8 cylinder head bolts a second pass in sequence an additional 60 degrees using the J 45059 .
Reference: VALVE LIFTER INSTALLATION - LEFT SIDE .