TM-9-2815-205-24
6V53/6V53T ENGINES, DIESEL WITH CONTAINERS; MODEL 5063-5299, MODEL 5063-5392, MODEL 5063-5393 AND MODEL 5063-539L
TECHNICAL MANUAL; FIELD AND SUSTAINMENT MAINTENANCE
FEBRUARY 2013
TM-9-2815-205-24 - Page 461 of 856
INSTALLATION - Continued
5.
Install two cylinder head guide studs (Figure 2, Item 2) in cylinder head bolt holes at inboard corner
positions in cylinder block.
WARNING
Components of this engine are heavy and awkward to handle. Use correct lifting
procedures, indicated lifting devices, and/or assistance from other personnel. Failure to
comply may result in injury to personnel.
CAUTION
Ensure all gaskets, seals, sleeves, and seal strip are in place before installing cylinder
head. A fold or twist of the seal strip can cause a leak.
6.
Lift cylinder head above cylinder block and lower over cylinder head guide studs (Figure 1, Item 2). Lower
head to 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) from surface of cylinder block. Check position of all gaskets, seals, sleeves, and
seal strip and then lower head onto block.
7.
Apply water displacing compound to cylinder head bolt threads and underside of bolt head. Install six bolts
(Figure 1, Item 1) through cylinder head and thread into cylinder block until bolt heads contact cylinder head.
8.
Remove two nuts (Figure 1, Item 4), two flat washers (Figure 1, Item 5), and lifting fixture (Figure 1, Item 6)
from cylinder head.
9.
Remove two cylinder head guide studs (Figure 1, Item 2) and install remaining bolts (Figure 1, Item 1).
Torque all bolts to 15–20 lb-ft (20–27 N·m).
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