Pontiac 96057881 Cylinder Head

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First and foremost, to take off the cylinder head you have to first relieve the system fuel pressure as well as disconnect the negative battery cable. Then drain the engine oil and coolant. After that, remove the strut tower bar and the air intake duct. Finally, disconnect various electrical harnesses and connectors such as EGR valve, IAC valve, TP sensor, EVAP canister purge valve, oxygen sensor, CMP sensor, ECT sensor, fuel injector wire harnesses, ignition coil connectors , ground wires , wiring harness brackets clamps clips. Also disconnect throttle cable or TV if it is there. Other hoses include brake booster hose, vacuum hoses ,canister purge hoses and other coolant hose while others are fuel supply hose return hose heater hose radiator inlet hose. The intake manifold rear support bracket should be removed as well as the coolant pipe detached from exhaust pipe. Finally remove camshaft cover intake manifold oil pan timing chain cover timing chains camshafts lifters .It also involves removing coolant outlet pipe and elbow. Loosen cylinder head bolts in a specific sequence then remove cylinder head assembly . To install cylinder head clean block and head install knock pins then put new gasket . Apply engine oil to cylinder head bolts hand tighten them . Start with loosening bolt gradually and evenly cross tightening them. Install the coolant outlet elbow pipe camshafts lifters timing chains timing chain cover oil pan intake manifold camshaft cover . In addition one installs exhaust manifold support bracket moreover attach exhaust pipe back on it . Reattach of course means installing again hence after installing coolant pipe intake manifold rear support bracket reconnect various hoses (brake booster hose vacuum hoses canister purge hoses etc.). Connect TV cable or throttle cable too . Reconnect different electrical harnesses and connectors again (EGR valve IAC valve TP sensor EVAP cannister purge valve oxygen sensor). Install air intake duct followed by strut tower bar Remove cylinder head from vehicle according to manufacturer's instructions. Refill the engine with oil and coolant after which you should reconnect the negative battery cable. Finally, start the engine realigning ignition timing if necessary, check for leaks and proper operation .

When removing rocker arms and shafts from a SOHC cylinder head, label the parts or store them separately for reinstallation in their original locations.

Assessing cylinder head warping is essential during an engine overhaul because severe overheating can cause the cylinder head to warp. Warpage can affect the sealing of the head gasket and lead to coolant or compression leaks.

Gently tap each seal into place using a hammer and a deep socket or seal installation tool until it's completely seated on the guide. Do not twist or cock the seals during installation.

Carefully lift the cylinder head straight up and place it on wooden blocks to prevent damage to the sealing surfaces.