Cylinder head removal & torque: Honda Accord 2.2 (H22A7)

🧭 Before you start

Fits: platform codes TYPE, R, (2.2, 16V)

Don't miss

• Remove the power steering pump but do not disconnect the lines

🔧 Engine codes this applies to

📋 Procedure

Preparation and removal

1. Disconnect the battery
2. Check the cylinder head bolts
3. If this value exceeds the limit (mm), renew the bolt
4. Valve cover
5. Release the fuel pressure

6. Remove the power steering belt
7. Remove the power steering pump but do not disconnect the lines
8. Disconnect the alternator electrical connections
9. Disconnect the spark plugs and ignition coil
10. Remove the thermostat housing
11. With the keyways facing up
12. Remove the left engine support
13. Clean the oil control orifice
14. Remove the cylinder head cover
15. Remove the camshaft gearwheels
16. Remove as shown
17. In the order shown
18. Remove the cylinder head bolts
19. Stage 1:

Installation and checks

20. Tighten the cylinder head bolts
21. Stage 4:
22. Refit the inlet manifold bracket
23. Refit the exhaust pipe to the manifold
24. Apply sealant as indicated
25. Apply sealant as indicated
26. Refit the camshaft bearing caps
27. In the order shown
28. Refit the camshaft gearwheels
29. Fit the timing belt
30. Check the valve clearance
31. Valve cover
32. Apply sealant as indicated
33. Before filling with oil
34. Further refitting is in the reverse order of removal

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