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9924864 - 2012-2014 SPORTSMAN 800 / 6X6
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Cylinder Head Removal
1. Loosen the six cylinder head bolts evenly 1/8 turn
each in a criss-cross pattern until loose.
2. Remove bolts (A) and tap cylinder head (B) lightly
with a soft face hammer until loose. CAUTION: Tap
only in reinforced areas or on thick parts of cylinder
head casting to avoid damaging the head or cylinder.
3. Remove cylinder head (B) and head gasket (C) from
the cylinder (D).
Cylinder Head Inspection
Thoroughly clean cylinder head surface to remove all
traces of gasket material and carbon.
CAUTION
Use care not to damage sealing surface.
Cylinder Head Warp
1. Lay a straight edge (A) across the surface of the
cylinder head (B) at several different points and
measure warp by inserting a feeler gauge between
the straight edge and the cylinder head surface. If
warp exceeds the service limit, replace the cylinder
head.
Cylinder Head Warp Limit:
.004" (.1016 mm) max
ENGINE