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  2. Vauxhall
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  3. Kadet
    4. : Head grinding and engine gasket kit replacement

Vauxhall Kadet - Video tutorial

Model: Vauxhall Kadet - Years 1984-1991
Part: Engine
Operation: Head grinding and engine gasket kit replacement

When you have to redo the cylinder head gasket, you have to practically disassemble the entire upper part of the engine and during the assembly phase it is absolutely essential to replace all the gaskets: there is in fact on the market the emery series gasket kit which practically also includes all the gaskets of the cylinder head assembly, the valve oil seals and generally also the valve cover gasket. Before proceeding with the assembly of the cylinder head, it is advisable to check the perfect flatness of the surface that has just been ground (use a ground bar and a thickness gauge for valves: max tolerance 0.05 allowed) and replace the valve guide oil seals. Then start applying the various fittings, flanges and manifolds by inserting the new gaskets; if you go over the threads of the head fixing holes on the cylinder base, pay attention so that chip residues do not end up in the cylinders; apply the new cylinder head gasket and then the cylinder head itself, tightening suitably. In this case, the camshaft with the relative oil seals and the timing belt are also replaced.


Posted on 1 August 2023 by ScegliAuto

How do you adjust the clutch cable on the Kia Picanto?

To be able to adjust the clutch cable of the Kia Picanto you need to open the hood so that you have access to the components inside the engine compartment: in order to reach the cable you will need to remove some components on the right side, such as the battery and the air filter. Below them you will find the clutch cable, which will have to be adjusted by screwing or loosening the bolt placed at the end of the cable. This will make the pedal harder or softer; after the adjustment, it will be possible to assemble all the components by closing the hood.

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