Jeep 1987 Wrangler Workshop Manual page 317

ENGINES
2.46 LITER (150 CID) FOUR-CYLINDER ENGINE
Remove all carbon buildup and reface the
valves as outlined in the MOT. 2.46L manual.
Install the valves in the cylinder head with
replacement valve stem oil deflectors. Refer to
the MOT. 2.46L manual.
Transfer all the attached components from the
original cylinder head that are not included with
the replacement cylinder head.
C A U T I O N : Do not install the temperature
sending unit until the system is filled with
coolant. This permits trapped air to escape from
the cylinder block and head. Refer to the air vent
procedure described in the Cooling Systems
section when refilling the system.
CAUTION: Do not apply sealing compound on
the cylinder head and block gasket surfaces. Do
not allow sealing compound to enter the cylinder
bore.
Apply an even coat of Perfect Seal sealing
compound, or equivalent, to both sides of the
replacement cylinder head gasket and position
the gasket on the cylinder block with the word
TOP facing up.
Install the cylinder head. Tighten the bolts in the
sequence illustrated with 115 N-m (85 ft-lbs)
torque.
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NOTE: The cylinder head gasket is made of
aluminum-coated embossed steel and does not
require that the cylinder h e a d bolts be
retightened.
NOTE: Coat the threads of the stud bolt in the
No. 8 sequence position with Loctite 592 sealant
(or equivalent) and tighten with 102 N-m (75
ft-lbs) torque.
Connect the battery negative cable.
Install the spark plugs and connect the ignition
wire connectors.
Install the intake and exhaust manifolds. Use the
correct tightening sequence. Refer to Intake
Manifold Installation and Exhaust Manifold
Installation for the procedures.
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