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Briggsandstratton.Com — Cylinder Head Installation

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Procedure

  1. Apply cup grease to cylinder head studs on engine crankcase
  2. Replace cylinder head and tighten cap screws a little at a time while engine is cold
  3. Take cap screws in rotation as shown in Plate No. 20
  4. Continue in this manner until securely tight
  5. Do not exert more than 200 inch pounds of pull
  6. Use a small amount of graphite grease on spark plug before replacing

Tools required

  • Graphite grease
  • Cup grease

Specs & torque values

  • 200 inch pounds maximum torque specification

Source: manual:A AP AR6-domestic.pdf. Figures and steps are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.