SW1 L4-1.9L SOHC VIN 8 (1996)
3.
While monitoring the pressure gauge for air pressure drop, inspect all hose connections and visible joints for engine coolant leaks. Inspect the
camshaft journals and surrounding areas using a bright light, to help locate hairline cracks. (Refer to illustrations for examples of areas where
cracks may appear.)
IMPORTANT:
Air pressure may drop slowly, depending on the severity of the crack(s).
4.
If a crack is detected in one or more of the areas shown, cylinder head assembly must be replaced. If no crack is detected, proceed to step 5.
a.
Remove cylinder head and gasket.
b.
Proceed to step 6 and flush engine block and cooling system before installing new cylinder head and new cylinder head gasket.
IMPORTANT:
Engine block, radiator and heater core must be flushed before installing new cylinder head and new cylinder head gasket.
5.
If pressure bleeds down, but no leaks or cracks are detected, remove cylinder head assembly and inspect the cylinder head gasket for damage
between the oil and engine coolant passages.
^
If cylinder head gasket is damaged, remove and discard cylinder head gasket, and proceed to step 6.
IMPORTANT:
Engine block, radiator and heater core must be flushed before installing cylinder head and new cylinder head gasket.
^
If cylinder head gasket is not damaged, inspect engine block for cracks in tile oil and engine coolant passages in the cylinder liner area. If
cracks are detected, replace engine block.
6.
Leave upper radiator hose connected to the radiator.
7.
Remove and discard lower radiator hose.
8.
Open radiator drain plug.
9.
Insert a hose in the upper radiator hose and flush radiator with clean water until clean water flows from the lower radiator hose connection.
10.
Remove and discard upper radiator hose.
11.
Remove water inlet housing and thermostat and discard thermostat.
12.
Remove engine cooling system drain plug, located at the right front of the engine block below the thermostat.
