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Cylinder head removal & torque: Ignis 2000 / Ignis 2003 M13A, M15A Head Story — SUZUKI

Cylinder head removal & torque — Ignis 2000 / Ignis 2003 M13A, M15A Head Story on Suzuki: 49 steps, engines M13A, M15A.

Workshop procedure for SUZUKI — the exact step sequence and torque figures, straight from real workshop data.

49 steps 2 engine codes

🧭 Before you start

Fits: platform codes 1.3, |, 16V, VVT, 1.5

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  • Use a wrench to counterhold

🔧 Engine codes this applies to

M13AM15A

📋 Procedure

Preparation and removal

  1. Before disconnecting the battery cable, check the audio system security code
  2. Always use new gaskets
  3. Remove the camshaft bearing caps
  4. Lubricate lightly using engine oil
  5. Store in order
M13A? Steps differ between engine variants — check this job against your exact car before you commit to it. Check my car — free →
  1. Remove the camshafts
  2. Remove the tappets
  3. Store in order
  4. Remove the cylinder head together with the inlet manifold

Installation and checks

  1. Fit the cylinder head
  2. Insert the cylinder head bolts carefully
  3. Cylinder head torque settings - Refer to 'Adjustment data/Torque settings'
  4. Threads lightly oiled
  5. Cylinder head torque settings - Refer to 'Adjustment data/Torque settings'
  6. Tighten the cylinder head bolts
  7. Note: Use a wrench to counterhold
  8. Fit the tappets
  9. Lubricate lightly using engine oil
  10. In the reverse order to that shown
  11. Refit the inlet camshaft gearwheel
  12. Tighten the camshaft gearwheel bolt
  13. Note: Use a wrench to counterhold
  14. Fit the timing chain
  15. Check the valve clearance
  16. Adjust if necessary
  17. Refit the exhaust manifold
  18. Refit the engine

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The figures on this page come from manufacturer workshop documentation and are shown as they are. The page is assembled automatically from that data — it is not written by an AI. The AI works in the chat, where it answers for your specific car. It writes nothing here.

Variants of the same model differ. Cross-check torque against the factory manual for your engine before final tightening.

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Workshop data on this page last updated 20 Sep 2026.