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HOMESERVICE MANUALSHONDA2009S2000 BASEREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE MECHANICALMECHANICALCYLINDER HEADCYLINDER HEAD INSTALLATION
2009 Honda S2000 Base
Cylinder Head Installation
2009 Honda S2000 BaseSECTION Cylinder Head Installation
- Measure the diameter of each cylinder head bolt at point A and point B. If either diameter is less than 11.5 mm (0.45 in.), replace the cylinder head bolt.
- Clean and dry the cylinder head, engine block, and chain case mating surfaces.
- Apply liquid gasket, P/N 08717-0004,08718-0001, 08718-0003, or 08718-0009, to the shaded areas (A) of the cylinder head gasket mating surface of the engine block and chain case.NOTE: Do not install the parts if 5 minutes or more have elapsed since applying liquid gasket. Instead, reapply liquid gasket after removing the old residue.
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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.