Hello, I'm attempting to remove the right cylinder head form my 2001 Ranger in order to repair a valve, but I am having a hell of a time getting the head free from the engine. I have removed the exhaust manifold and all the head bolts, but the head just won't budge. Any ideas or tips would be extremely appreciated. Thanks, Peter
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Double and TRIPLE check you did not miss a bolt (I've done that) and the use a long heavy duty screw driver or pry bar to pry up on the exhaust manifold ports or use a brass hammer to knock it loose.
do you have the factory shop manuals? I have them, and if you need, I can look over/take pics of that section for you. But it will be tomorrow before I can get to it..... what size engine do you have?
I have looked and can find no more bolts. As far as I know, there are only eight bolts holding the cylinder head onto the block (besides the exhause manifold). Is this correct? I do not have the factory shop manuals, but I would greatly appreciate it if you could take a look or take pictures. I have a 3.0 V6. Thanks!
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