Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Cylinder Head: Disassembly
2021 Ford Edge SE, 4WDSECTION Disassembly
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2020 Ford F-150. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
LH cylinder head
- Remove the bolt and ground strap.
- Remove the bolts and lift eye.
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- Remove the nuts and the exhaust manifold.
- Discard the nuts.
- Clean and inspect the exhaust manifold. Refer to: Exhaust Manifold Cleaning and Inspection .
- Remove and discard the studs and the exhaust manifold gasket.
- Remove the timing chain guide pin.
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- Remove and discard the direct injection fuel rail mounting bolts.
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NOTE: Pull out the fuel rails in the direction of the fuel injector axis or damage may occur to the fuel injectors.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.