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How to Remove the Cylinder Head from a Ford Fiesta

Model: Ford Fiesta Fiesta 6, MK VI, MK 6 - Years: 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017
Part: Cylinder head

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Today's main information will show you how to remove and replace the cylinder head and its gasket on a petrol Ford Fiesta. First, open the bonnet of the vehicle and start by removing the intake manifold located above the engine by unscrewing the fixing bolts and disconnecting the various hoses.

Then, unscrew the bolts of the cylinder head cover, removing all the spark plugs first, as shown in the video. To remove the cylinder head, you will need to disconnect the timing belt first; then replace the cylinder head gasket, following the video tutorial to the end!


Updated on 3 September 2026 by ScegliAuto


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