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Cylinder Head - Inspection

EM-219prose procedure

Nominal cylinder head height given for CD17. CD engine inspection.

CYLINDER HEAD — Inspection

Cylinder Head Distortion

  1. 1
    Visually check for cracks and deformation.
  2. 2
    Check cylinder head for distortion. Head surface flatness: Less than 0.1 mm (0.004 in). If beyond the specified limit, replace or resurface cylinder head.
Head surface flatness0.004 in
Less than 0.1mm
Resurfacing limit (A + B)0.004 in
0.1mm
Nominal height of cylinder headCD17; 4.591 - 4.606 in
116.6 - 117.0mm

Valve Guide Clearance

  1. 1
    Measure deflection across the cylinder head as illustrated. Valve deflection limit (dial gauge reading): 0.1 mm (0.004 in)
    Dial gauge set on the camshaft / valve area measuring valve deflection across the cylinder head; callout '15 mm (0.59 in)' indicates the measuring position.
    SEM870
  2. 2
    If exceeding the limit, check valve-to-guide clearance.
    a) Measure valve stem diameter and valve guide inner diameter as illustrated.
    b) Check that clearance is within the specification. Valve stem to valve guide clearance limit: 0.1 mm (0.004 in)
    c) If exceeding the limit, replace valve or valve guide.
    Micrometer measuring valve stem diameter; inset showing valve guide inner-diameter measuring positions Top/Center/Bottom along X-Y axes.
    SEM244D

Valve Guide Replacement

  1. 1
    Heat cylinder head in oil to 150 to 160°C (300 to 320°F).
  2. 2
    Drive out valve guide using a press or hammer and a suitable tool.
    Press or hammer with a suitable drift driving out a valve guide from the cylinder head.
    SEM871

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