Head removal?

Tiny
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  • 1988 CHEVROLET CAVALIER
  • 2.0L
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • MANUAL
  • 153,000 MILES
Do I remove head bolts in same pattern to remove as installed?
Saturday, November 9th, 2024 AT 7:30 AM

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Tiny
STEVE W.
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It's not a requirement for removal. The pattern is devised so that the gasket is compressed evenly during the installation. By starting in the middle and working outwards the materials will settle in evenly. If you were to randomly tighten the bolts it's possible that the gasket could create a small "wrinkle" where two areas of pressure converge and possibly leak or cause a failure point. However during removal that isn't really an issue.
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Saturday, November 9th, 2024 AT 11:34 AM

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