Genuine 2010 Ford Focus Cylinder Head

2010 Ford Focus Cylinder Head Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q:

  How to remove and install a cylinder head in 2.0L zetec-e engine on 2010 Ford Focus?

  Posted by Deandrea V.

  A:

  There are also steps that are followed in the process of removal and installation of cylinder head; these includes; 1) Pulling the fuel pump fuse then allowing the engine to die as this will help release pressure on the fuel system. The negative battery terminal has to be removed, and the cooling system may have to be emptied it's easier if the front wheels are off the ground. The timing belt and the camshafts are therefore taken off and a spare engine right-hand mount and a valve cover is put back for protection. The intake duct of the air cleaner and Throttle Cable and the wiring plug connected to the camshaft position sensor must be removed. The intake manifold, which is held by bolts and studs, is next to be unbolted; one must also disengage any wiring support brackets. The alternator and the bracket on which it stands are unbolted to enhance the convenience of work, and the ignition coil is also detached. The thermostat housing could therefore be un-clipped or taken right off, as for the power steering fluid pipe support brackets these bolts are removed. The dipstick tube and power steering pump are relocated as well as the exhaust manifold heat shield. When the mechanic is quite sure that there is nothing that is still fixed on the cylinder head, the bolts are turned counterclockwise in a gradual manner and are unscrewed so that the head can be lifted gently off the block. Surfaces of mating between the cylinder heads and the block must be thoroughly cleaned, this-in checking for any signs of damage or warpage. New gaskets are placed in the right manner and the alloy head is fitted via guide posts for alignment purposes. These nuts are then tightened again through various steps in line with prescribed torque specifications while tightening of the bolts is done in sequence. Then, the crankshaft is rotated to the TDC position and all parts that had been previously removed are refitted with heedful orientation of hoses and wires being paid to; then the cooling system is replenished and checked for leakage after the engine is running.

  Answered by Ford Parts Specialist Patrick / Mar 23, 2023