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HOMESERVICE MANUALSGMC2013YUKON 4WD V8-5.3LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSPECIFICATIONSMECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONSENGINECYLINDER HEAD ASSEMBLY
2013 GMC Yukon 4WD V8-5.3L
Cylinder Head Assembly
2013 GMC Yukon 4WD V8-5.3LSECTION Cylinder Head Assembly
Install the NEW cylinder head bolts
Tighten the M11 cylinder head bolts (1-10) a first pass in sequence to 30 Nm (22 lb ft).
Tighten the M11 cylinder head bolts (1-10) a second pass in sequence to 90 degrees using J 45059.
Tighten the M11 cylinder head bolts (1-10) a final pass to 70 degrees using J 45059.
Tighten the M8 cylinder head bolts (11-15) to 30 Nm (22 lb ft). Begin with the center bolt (11) and alternating side-to-side, work outward tightening all of the bolts.
Intake Manifold Bolts torque and sequence. Service and Repair
Exhaust Manifold torque and sequence. Service and Repair
Cylinder Head Height/Thickness - Measured from the Cylinder Head Deck to the Valve Rocker Arm
Cover Seal Surface 120.2 mm (4.732 in.)
Surface Flatness - Block Deck - Measured Within a 152.4 mm (6.0 in) Area 0.08 mm (0.003 in.)
Surface Flatness - Block Deck - Measuring the Overall Length of the Cylinder Head 0.1 mm (0.004 in.)
Surface Flatness - Exhaust Manifold Deck 0.13 mm (0.005 in.)
Surface Flatness - Intake Manifold Deck 0.08 mm (0.0031 in.)
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.