1) Understand the failure and confirm diagnosis (theory)
- What fails: a head gasket seals three interfaces simultaneously — cylinder combustion chamber to coolant passages and to oil passages. Failure lets combustion gases pressurize coolant, lets coolant leak into cylinders/oil, or lets oil and coolant mix. That causes overheating, white exhaust, poor compression, milky oil, or bubbles in radiator.
- How to confirm: compression test and leak-down test (detect low compression localized to a cylinder), cooling-system pressure test (see continuous loss or combustion gas in coolant), chemical test for exhaust gases in coolant (block tester), inspect oil (milky) and spark plugs (steam-cleaned). Do these tests to be sure the gasket is the problem and not a cracked head/block or blown intake/seal.

2) Plan, parts, tools, and safety (theory)
- Parts: correct head gasket set for exact engine, new head bolts if torque-to-yield (T-Y) or manufacturer requires, valve cover gaskets, intake/exhaust gaskets, thermostat, coolant, lubricants, any O-rings, hose clamps.
- Tools: torque wrench with angle gauge if required, compression/leak-down tools, engine support or hoist (if motor mount removal needed), timing alignment tools (if OHC/timing chain/gear engine), cleaning tools, straightedge and feeler gauge, coolant-pressure tester.
- Safety: disconnect battery, relieve fuel system pressure, drain coolant and oil, support engine if removing mounts, wear eye protection. Theory: removing heads relieves all front accessory/induction/exhaust connections and may require moving the engine.

3) Preparatory teardown in order (theory and why)
- Drain coolant and engine oil. (Prevents spills and contamination.)
- Remove intake manifold and/or air intake plumbing, throttle body, fuel rails/ injectors as needed. Remove exhaust manifold/headers from heads. Remove accessory belts, alternator, A/C compressor if in the way (you can often unbolt and hang A/C compressor without disconnecting lines). Remove any wiring harnesses and sensors from the head area. On OHV/pushrod engines remove valve covers and rocker assemblies/ pushrods and label them in order. On OHC engines remove cam covers and set cams/chain timing to TDC and use timing pins/marks to lock them. Remove timing components only if they block head removal — theory: you must preserve cam/crank timing and orientation for reassembly.
- If removing motor mounts or crossmembers is required to take the head off, support the engine from above or with a jack/engine support. Theory: heads sit on top of block and you may need room to extract them.

4) Remove cylinder head(s) in correct sequence (theory)
- Follow factory procedure for loosening head bolts in reverse of torque sequence and in several passes to avoid warping the head. Theory: uneven removal can distort metal surfaces and increase risk of damage.
- Lift head straight off; you may need pry carefully along the edge — do not gouge sealing surfaces. Place heads on a clean, flat surface.

5) Inspect components and determine repair scope (theory)
- Inspect head and block mating surfaces for damage, warpage, cracks. Use a straightedge and feeler gauge; service limits in shop manual. Theory: a warped or cracked head causes gasket failure; replacing gasket alone will repeat failure.
- Inspect cylinders for scuffing, check head for cracks especially between exhaust ports. Pressure-test the head (dye-penetrant or pressure test) if you suspect a crack.
- Inspect head bolt threads in block and bolts themselves. T-Y bolts must be replaced. Damaged threads require helicoil/repair per manual.

6) Machine or repair as required (theory)
- If head is out of spec for flatness, have it resurfaced to spec. If valves are leaking, do a valve job. Theory: head flattening ensures uniform gasket compression; valve/seat defects permit combustion/coolant leakage that mimics gasket failure.
- If block deck is damaged, assess repair vs replacement. Small imperfections can sometimes be machined within limits.

7) Prepare surfaces and new gasket (theory)
- Clean block and head mating surfaces: remove old gasket material with non-abrasive scrapers; solvents as needed. Remove oil, coolant residue and debris. Theory: contaminants prevent full clamp and create leak paths.
- Ensure all coolant/oil passages are clear and dowels/locating pins are present and undamaged. Place the correct gasket oriented exactly per manual. Do not use gasket sealer unless the gasket manufacturer or factory manual allows — most multi-layer steel (MLS) gaskets require clean, dry faces and no sealant.

8) Reassembly with proper torque and sequence (theory)
- Install head(s), dowels, and new bolts in specified order. If bolts are reusable and not T-Y, follow the staged torque sequence (incremental passes to final torque). If T-Y bolts are specified, install new bolts and torque to initial torque then turn specified angle(s). Theory: staged tightening achieves uniform clamping load across the head; angle turns on T-Y bolts produce precise stretch and clamp.
- Reinstall cam/timing components, making sure to re-time the cam/crank precisely using marks/pins. Theory: improper valve timing will cause misfires or valve-to-piston interference.
- Reinstall valve train components (rockers, pushrods) in original order and orientation; set valve lash if required. Reinstall intake manifold, exhaust manifold with new gaskets, sensors, fuel components, belts, hoses, and electrical connectors.
- Replace valve cover gaskets and any other gaskets removed.

9) Fluids, bleeding, and initial run (theory)
- Refill oil and coolant with specified types and amounts. Theory: new oil removes any coolant contamination and provides proper lubrication to freshly torqued hardware; fresh coolant needed to cool engine and prevent corrosion.
- Prime oil system if recommended (crank with fuel disabled or use oil pump priming method). Start engine and run to operating temperature while monitoring for leaks, unusual noises, smoke, or rising temperature.
- Bleed the cooling system of air pockets (specific to Jeep engines: use bleeder valves or follow factory bleeding procedure). Theory: trapped air pockets cause local overheating and false temperature readings.

10) Verification and follow-up (theory)
- After warm-up, recheck torque if manual calls for re-torque (some engines require re-torque after thermal cycles; many T-Y bolts do not allow re-torque, so follow manual).
- Do a post-repair compression and/or leak-down test to confirm restored compression.
- Pressure-test the cooling system and inspect oil after a few heat cycles for contamination. Road test and monitor temperature, coolant level, and oil condition over the next several hundred miles.
- If symptoms persist, re-check for head cracks, warped surfaces, or timing/valve issues.

How the repair fixes the fault (concise theory)
- The new head gasket restores the seal between the combustion chamber, coolant passages, and oil passages. Proper surface flatness and correct clamping load ensure the gasket compresses uniformly to block combustion pressure from entering cooling passages, prevents cross-contamination of fluids, and maintains compression. Replacing damaged bolts and restoring correct torque prevents loss of clamp over time. Checking/resurfacing the head and correcting any valve or block damage removes the root causes that allow a gasket to blow in the first place. Proper timing and valve reassembly ensure valves don’t strike pistons, which would defeat the repair.

Key cautions (short)
- Always replace T-Y bolts. Don’t reuse bolts if manual says not to.
- Verify head/block condition — replacing just the gasket on a warped/cracked head is a repeating failure.
- Follow manufacturer torque sequence/specs and timing procedures exactly.
- Bleed cooling system correctly to avoid hotspots.

That is the ordered procedure with the underlying theory and how the repair corrects the fault.
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