Cylinder Head: Disassembly

2004 Ford Focus ZX3, 2.3 Z, StandardSECTION Disassembly
  1. Remove the rear lifting eye and the front bracket.
    Fig 1: Removing Rear Lifting Eye And Front Bracket
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  2. Remove the cylinder head temperature (CHT) sensor.
  3. Remove the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve.
    Fig 2: Removing EGR Valve
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  4. Remove the spark plugs.
    Fig 3: Removing Spark Plugs
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  5. CAUTION: Note location of the tappets prior to removal.
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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.