Triumph Tiger Explorer XR 2017 Service Manual page 110

Tiger Explorer XR Series
3. Lightly tap the cylinder head with a rubber mallet to break the seal of the gasket.
4. Lift the head directly upwards until clear of the camshaft drive chain rubbing blades.
Cylinder Head - Inspection
Cylinder Head - Installation
1. Thoroughly clean the surface of the head and check for damage and pitting of the combustion chambers.
2. Using a straight edge, check the cylinder head gasket face for warp which could lead to gasket failure.
Replace the head if warped.
3. For specifications refer to Cylinder Head and Valves.
Before starting work, ensure the motorcycle is stabilised and adequately supported. This will help prevent it
from falling and causing injury to the operator or damage to the motorcycle.
Remove and re-seal the cylinder liners (see Cylinder Liners - Removal).
1. Thoroughly clean the upper faces of the crankcase taking care not to damage the mating surfaces.
2. Fit a new cylinder head gasket (TOP marking uppermost) ensuring that the head to crankcase location
dowels are correctly in place.
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Cylinder Head Bolt Release Sequence
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1. Straight edge
2. Cylinder head gasket face
3. Feeler gauge
WARNING
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CYLINDER HEAD