Highlander 4WD L4-2.4L (2AZ-FE) (2001)
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22. REMOVE CYLINDER HEAD SUB-ASSY [11101 / 98-5]
a. Using a 10 mm bi-hexagon wrench, uniformly loosen and remove the 10 cylinder head bolts, in several passes, in the sequence shown. Remove
the 10 cylinder head bolts and plate washers.
NOTICE: Be careful not to drop washers into the cylinder head. Head warpage or cracking could result from removing bolts and installing
incorrect order.
23. REMOVE CYLINDER HEAD GASKET [11115 / 98-5]
24. INSPECT CYLINDER HEAD SET BOLT [11101A / 98-5]
a. Using a vernier calipers, measure the length of head bolts from the seat to the end.
Standard bolt length: 161.3 - 162.3 mm (6.350 - 6.390 inch)
Maximum bolt length: 164.2 mm (6.465 inch)
If the length is greater than maximum, replace the bolt.
25. INSTALL CYLINDER HEAD GASKET [11115 / 98-5]
a. Place a new cylinder head gasket on the cylinder block surface with the Lot No. stamp upward.
NOTICE:
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Remove any oil from contact surface.
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Be careful of the installation direction.
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Place the cylinder head quietly in order not to damage the gasket with the bottom part of the head.
26. INSTALL CYLINDER HEAD SUB-ASSY [11101 / 98-5]
HINT: The cylinder head bolts are tightened in 2 progressive steps.