626 LX L4-2.0L DOHC (1999)
Cylinder Head Gasket: Service and Repair
CYLINDER HEAD GASKET REPLACEMENT [FS]
Warning:
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Fuel vapor is hazardous. It can very easily ignite, causing serious injury and damage. Always keep sparks and flames away from fuel.
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Fuel line spills and leaks are dangerous. Fuel can ignite and cause serious injuries or death and damage. Fuel can also irritate skin and
eyes. To prevent this, always complete the "Fuel Line Safety Procedures". Refer to Powertrain Management.
1. Remove the timing belt. See: Timing Components/Timing Belt
2. Remove the front pipe. See: Exhaust System
3. Remove the air cleaner.
4. Remove the accelerator cable.
5. Disconnect the fuel hose. See: Powertrain Management/Fuel Delivery and Air Induction
6. Remove ignition coil.
7. Drain the engine coolant.
8. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
9. Install in the reverse order of removal.
10. Verify the engine oil level.
11. Inspect for the engine oil, engine coolant, and fuel leakage.
12. Verify the compression. See: Compression Check
13. Start the engine and
1. Inspect the pulleys and the drive belt for runout and contact.
2. Verify the ignition timing. See: Tune-up and Engine Performance Checks/Ignition Timing
3. Verify the idle speed. See: Tune-up and Engine Performance Checks/Idle Speed
Camshaft Pulley Removal Note