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MG TF Factory Workshop Manual (2002-2005)05 · Engine (K Series)
05 · Engine

Gasket - cylinder head - VVC models

Make
MG
Model
TF Factory Workshop Manual
Year
2002–2005
Section
Repairs › Gasket - cylinder head - VVC models
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GASKET - CYLINDER HEAD - VVC MODELS

Service repair no - 12.29.02

Remove

  1. Disconnect battery earth lead.
  2. Remove engine compartment access cover.
  3. Remove inlet manifold gasket. See this section.
  4. Remove camshaft timing belt. See this section.
Gasket - cylinder head - vvc models – Remove camshaft timing belt. See this section.
  1. Restrain camshaft gears using 12-182 and remove bolts and plain washers securing camshaft gears to camshafts. Remove 18G 1570 from between camshaft gears.
  2. Mark camshaft gears for assembly purposes. Remove camshaft gears.
Gasket - cylinder head - vvc models – Mark camshaft gears for assembly purposes. Remove camshaft gears.
  1. Remove bolt securing timing belt tensioner backplate to cylinder head.
  2. Remove Allen bolt securing camshaft timing belt tensioner pulley to cylinder head and remove timing belt tensioner.
Gasket - cylinder head - vvc models – Remove Allen bolt securing camshaft timing belt tensioner pulley to cylinder head and remo
  1. Remove 5 bolts securing camshaft timing belt rear cover to cylinder head and cylinder block. Remove rear cover.
  2. Remove camshaft cover gasket. See this section.
Gasket - cylinder head - vvc models – Remove camshaft cover gasket. See this section.
  1. Remove nut and 2 speed bolts securing heat shield to cylinder head and exhaust manifold, remove heat shield.

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