Engine Mechanical System

Cylinder Head Components and Component Location

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Components

1. Camshaft Bearing Cap
2. Front Camshaft Bearing Cap
3. Exhaust Camshaft
4. Intake Camshaft
5. Exhaust CVVT Assembly
6. Intake CVVT Assembly
7. Exhaust Camshaft Upper Bearing
8. Exhaust Camshaft Lower Bearing
9. MLA (Mechanical Lash Adjuster)
10. Lock Retainer
11. Retainer
12. Valve Spring
13. Valve Stem Seal
14. Valve
15. Cylinder Head
16. Intake OCV (Oil Control Valve)
17. Exhaust OCV (Oil Control Valve)
18. Cylinder Head Gasket

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