1) Confirm the fault (diagnosis, theory)
- Tests: compression test or leak-down, coolant-in-oil (milky oil), oil-in-coolant, persistent overheating, white exhaust smoke, bubbles in radiator with engine running.
- Theory: head-gasket failure/cracked/warped head lets combustion gases enter coolant or oil, or coolant leak into cylinder. Compression/leak-down isolates whether sealing at the head is compromised.

2) Preparation and safety
- Tools & parts: service manual, new head gasket (correct part), new head bolts (if TTY), torque wrench + angle gauge, straightedge + feeler gauge, micrometer or dial gauge, valve-lapping/grinding kit or valve refacing machine, cleaning tools, coolant, oil, fuel-priming tools.
- Theory: correct tools and parts matter because head bolts and gasket sealing require precise clamp force and surface flatness.

3) Drain, disconnect, label, remove ancillaries
- Action: drain coolant and oil, disconnect battery, label wiring/fuel lines/vacuum hoses, remove air cleaner, intake & exhaust manifolds, injectors/fuel lines (or injection pump connections), turbo if fitted, radiator as needed.
- Theory: these components block access to the head; labeling prevents timing/connection errors on reassembly.

4) Expose valve train and timing
- Action: remove valve cover/rocker assembly (B-series are pushrod/rocker designs), remove pushrods and rockers as required, set engine to TDC on compression stroke and lock/mark timing (crank and cam). Remove timing gear/belt/chain tensioner as needed.
- Theory: setting TDC and marking maintains timing reference so valves/pistons remain synchronized; removing valvetrain clears head bolts and prevents valve-spring tension during removal.

5) Loosen and remove head bolts in staged sequence
- Action: loosen head bolts in reverse of the specified torque sequence, in several small steps to avoid stressing the head. Remove bolts and lift head (use two people or hoist if heavy).
- Theory: head is under clamping stress; uneven rapid loosening can warp or crack the head. Reverse sequence releases stress evenly.

6) Inspect head and block mating surfaces
- Action: clean surfaces of gasket material (plastic scraper, solvent), check head and block decks with a straightedge and feeler gauge for flatness, measure with micrometer if available, inspect coolant passages for corrosion, inspect cylinders for scoring, check head for visible cracks. Consider magnaflux or pressure test for invisible cracks.
- Theory: gasket sealing depends on flat, smooth mating faces and correct surface finish. Warpage or cracks cause persistent leaks even with a new gasket.

7) Inspect valves, seats, guides, springs
- Action: remove valves or test in-place with a leak test (lapping compound or vacuum). Check valve stem wear, guide clearance, seat condition, spring tension. Resurface seats or replace valves/guides/springs if out of spec. Grind or lap valves to proper seat if minor. Replace valve stem seals.
- Theory: combustion and coolant sealing is done at valve seats and between head/block. Worn valves or bad seats create compression and combustion leaks that mimic gasket/head problems.

8) Decide repair method
- Action & Theory:
- If head is warped within allowable spec: machine to flatness and refinish to spec; minor valve work solves sealing. Resurfacing restores a flat sealing face so gasket can seal.
- If head is warped beyond safe machining or cracked: replace head or perform professional weld/repair (diesels often need replacement). Cracks allow coolant/combustion crossover so head repair or replacement is required.
- Always replace head bolts if they are torque-to-yield (single-use) or show stretch. New bolts ensure correct clamp load.

9) Prepare for assembly
- Action: clean and dry both mating surfaces, clean bolt holes and chamfers, make sure coolant/oil passages are clear, fit new valve seals, replace any worn components. Fit new head gasket per orientation marks.
- Theory: contamination, nicks or leftover gasket bits prevent uniform sealing. Clean bolt holes and proper gasket orientation ensure correct torque and sealing.

10) Install head and torque correctly (sequence & stages)
- Action: place head on block with new gasket; install bolts finger-tight, then torque in the specified incremental stages and sequence from center outward (check service manual for values and whether an angle-torque stage is required). If angle torquing is required, do the final degrees in the correct order. Replace torque-to-yield bolts with new ones.
- Theory: staged torque and specific sequence create an even clamp load across the gasket to compress it uniformly; this prevents localized leaks and reduces head distortion.

11) Reassemble timing and valvetrain; set valve lash
- Action: reinstall timing components, set timing to marks, tension belt/chain per spec. Reinstall rockers/pushrods and set valve clearance (lash) to spec for cold engine. Reinstall manifolds, injectors/fuel lines, and all ancillaries.
- Theory: correct timing and valve clearance ensure valves open/close at correct times and fully seat; improper lash leads to noisy operation, poor sealing, or valve damage.

12) Fluids, prime, bleed, and checks
- Action: refill engine oil (if drained) and coolant, prime the fuel system (diesel priming), turn engine by hand two revolutions to verify no interference, crank and start, check for coolant or oil leaks, re-torque head bolts if service manual requires after initial run (some engines call for re-torque). Perform compression or leak-down test to confirm repair. Monitor temp, check for white smoke, recheck levels after test run.
- Theory: priming prevents dry-start damage; testing confirms that the sealing (gasket + valves + head flatness) has been restored and that combustion/coolant/oil paths are isolated as intended.

How each repair action fixes the fault (summary)
- Replacing a failed head gasket restores the sealed interface between combustion chamber, coolant passages, and oil passages.
- Resurfacing a warped head restores flatness so the new gasket can seat evenly; without it the gasket cannot seal.
- Repairing/replacing cracked heads eliminates direct cross-flow of combustion gases and coolant.
- Refacing or replacing valves/seats restores sealing at each cylinder’s intake and exhaust ports, eliminating leaks past valves that mimic head-gasket symptoms.
- New head bolts and correct torque sequence achieve and maintain proper clamp load to keep the sealed surfaces compressed and prevent reoccurrence.

Important practical notes (brief)
- Use the factory service manual specs for torque values, torque sequence, valve clearances and resurfacing limits.
- Replace any single-use bolts.
- Cleanliness and correct sequence are critical to success; improper torquing or contamination is a common cause of repeat failure.

No further questions.
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