Removing Cylinder Head - Skoda OCTAVIA MK1 Service Manual

– Remove reinforcing strips, bracket, toothed belt guard and cylinder head cover.
Install
Note
Replace seals if damaged.
– Remove cylinder head cover, reinforcing strips, toothed belt guard and bracket.
– Tighten the nuts crosswise to 10 Nm.

Removing cylinder head

Note
All cable straps which are detached or cut open when removing, should be fitted on again in
the same place when installing.
Special tools and workshop equipment required
t Catch pan (e.g. -V.A.G 1306-)
t Pliers for spring strap clips
t Wrench for cylinder head bolts (e.g. 3452)
Engine installed
On models fitted with a coded radio set, pay attention to the coding; determine if
–
necessary.
– Disconnect the earth strap from the battery with the ignition off.
– Remove upper part of collecting intake manifold
– Open the cap of the coolant expansion reservoir.
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