Removal & Installation: Removal & Installation Subaru SVX I

1. Remove timing belts. See TIMING BELT. Remove camshafts and components. See CAMSHAFTS. Remove intake manifold and collector. See INTAKE MANIFOLD. see scheme 1 CAUTION: Loosen cylinder head bolts in 2 steps using proper sequence to prevent cylinder head warpage or cracking. Note bolt length and location.
2. Remove oil level gauge guide. Remove heater pipe. Remove cylinder head bolts in proper sequence. (Scheme 2)and (Scheme 3). To prevent head from falling, leave bolts No. 5 and 8 engaged by 3-4 threads. Break cylinder head loose and remove bolts No. 5 and 8. Remove cylinder head.

Scheme 2

Scheme 3

Installation

1. Ensure mating surfaces are clean and dry. Install head gasket. Coat head bolt threads with oil. Ensure washers are installed on head bolts with chamfered edge against bolt. CAUTION: Ensure washers are installed on bolts with chamfered edge against bolt and proper length bolts are installed in correct locations.
2. Ensure proper length bolts are installed in correct locations. Tighten bolts to specification using proper sequence and steps. (Scheme 2)and (Scheme 3). See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS. To install remaining components, reverse removal procedure. Tighten bolts to specification.