Workshop Manual
14.3 INSTALLATION OF THE DD13 CYLINDER HEAD
14.3 INSTALLATION OF THE DD13 CYLINDER HEAD
Install the cylinder head as follows:
1. Inspect the head bolt holes in both block and head for the presence of oil, water, dirt, or
damaged threads; clean or re-tap as necessary. Ensure piston domes, cylinder head, and
cylinder block fire deck surfaces are clean and free of foreign matter.
2. Verify that the cylinder liner protrusion heights are within specification prior to installing
the cylinder head. R efer to section 16.5for cylinder liner protrusion specifications.
3. Install cylinder head guide studs (W471589016100).
4. Position a new cylinder head gasket onto the cylinder block.
1. Engine Oil Feed Hole 4. Coolant Return Opening
2. Engine Oil R eturn Opening 5. Opening for Blow-by Duct to Crankcase Vent
3. Coolant Feed Hole
PERSONAL INJURY
To avoid injury whe n removing or installing a heavy engine
component, ensure the component is properly supported
and securely attached to an adequate lifting device to
prevent the component from fa lling.
5. Install four lift hooks onto the cylinder head.
All information subject to change without notice.
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