Workshop Manual
EPA07/10 DD PLATFORM WORKSHOP MANUAL - ENGINE
14.7 INSTALLATION OF THE DD15 C YLINDER 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 and the cylinder head
and cylinder block deck surfaces are clean and free of foreign matter.
2. Verify that the cylinder liner protrusion heights a re all the same prior to installing the
cylinder head.
3. Install Cylinder Head Guide Studs tool (J-35784).
4. Position a new cylinder head gasket onto engine block.
1. Engine Oil Feed Hole 4. Coolant Return Open ing
2. Engine Oil Return Opening 5. Opening for Blow-by Duct to Crankcase Vent
3. Cool ant Fee d Hole
PERSONAL INJURY
To avoid injury when removing or installing a heavy engine
component, ensure the compo nent is properly supported
and securely attached to an adequate lifting device to
prevent the component from falling.
5. Install four lift hooks onto cylinder head.
All information subject to change without notice.
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