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How to Fit a Cylinder Head on an Opel Corsa

Model: Vauxhall Corsa Corsa B - Years: 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000
Part: Cylinder head

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After removing your car's engine, do you want to refit the cylinder head? In this video, learn how to fit the head on an Opel Tigra: insert the camshaft into the engine head, lubricate with the appropriate fluid, and seal the engine head with suitable silicone for the type of metal.

Insert all the cylinder head bolts into their seats.

Tighten the bolts with an electronic or standard torque wrench; if you hear a clicking noise as the bolt tightens against the metal, stop. Apply the same torque to all bolts on the head.


Updated on 2 March 2026 by ScegliAuto


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