What steps should be taken for thorough cleaning and inspection of cylinder heads and valve train components during an engine overhaul on Nissan Quest?

The cylinder heads as well as other components that are relevant to the valve train must be cleaned and then examined to determine the required valve service work in the process of overhauling the engine. Remove all the remnants of the old gasket material and any sealing compound off the cylinder head gasket, intake manifold, and exhaust manifold surfaces avoiding damaging the cylinder head. Scrape off the deposit from the coolant passages and scrub the numerous holes with a brass bristle. Insert an appropriate-size tap into each threaded hole to counter-bore the corrosion and thread sealant and use compressed air to blow dirt wearing goggles. Scrub the combustion chambers with a brass wire brush and solvent if carbon has settled and wash the cylinder head with solvent and dry it with an air compressor. Lubricate 280 rocker arms and shafts using solvent provided and it is important not to confuse the left and right units, and same with all the valve springs, spring seats, valve stem locks and retainers always do them one at a time. Clean a heavy deposits on the valves by scraping and for the head and stems use a motorized form wire brush that maintains and organizes the valves. Check the heads for cracks, leaks and other major or minor defects, advise the automotive machine shop if needed. Ensure that the cylinder head gasket mating surface is flat by placing a straightedge, in combination with a feeler gauge and observe the valve seats for signs of pitting, cracking or signs of burning. Gauge valve stem to guide clearance with a small hole gauge and take micrometer readings to the guide to ensure that it is not worn out. Visually check all the valve faces to verify if there are signs of wear, deformation or cracks, and check the margin width of each valve and replace those that do not conform to set standards. Inspect check valve springs for wear etc for free length check to see that it is suitable for reuse and inspect spring retainers, valve stem locks for wear and crack etc and replace any suspected parts. If there are scars or excessive wear them, they have to be replaced, and if the valve elements are worn, disassemble the valves in the cylinder head for further service suggestions.

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- Position: Passenger Side
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- 2004-2010 Nissan Quest | Base, S, SE, SL | 6 Cyl 3.5L | VQ35DE
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- Other Name: Head Assy-Cylinder,LH; Cylinder Head
- Position: Driver Side
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Nissan's factory warranty.
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- 2004-2010 Nissan Quest | Base, S, SE, SL | 6 Cyl 3.5L | VQ35DE
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- Other Name: Cylinder Head
- Position: Passenger Side
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- 2014-2017 Nissan Quest | LE, S, SL, SV | 6 Cyl 3.5L | VQ35DE
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- Position: Passenger Side
- Replaced by: 11040-9N00A
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- Other Name: Cylinder Head
- Position: Driver side
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Nissan's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2014-2017 Nissan Quest | LE, S, SL, SV | 6 Cyl 3.5L | VQ35DE
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- Position: Driver Side
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- 2011-2015 Nissan Quest | LE, S, SL, SV | 6 Cyl 3.5L | VQ35DE
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Part Number: 11040-1W200
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1999-2003 Nissan Quest | GXE, SE | 6 Cyl 3.3L | VG33E
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Nissan Quest Cylinder Head L
Part Number: 11090-85E01
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Head Assy-Cylinder,LH; Cylinder Head
- Position: Driver side
- Replaces: 11091-85E80, 11090-85E00
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Nissan's factory warranty.
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- 1993-1998 Nissan Quest | GXE, XE | 6 Cyl 3.0L | VG30E
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Part Number: 11040-85E01
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Head Assy-Cylinder
- Replaces: 11041-85E00, 11040-85E00
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Nissan's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1993-1998 Nissan Quest | GXE, XE | 6 Cyl 3.0L | VG30E
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Part Number: 11090-1W200
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Head Assy-Cylinder,LH; Cylinder Head
- Position: Driver side
- Replaces: 11090-0W000
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Nissan's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1999-2003 Nissan Quest | GXE, SE | 6 Cyl 3.3L | VG33E
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Part Number: 11040-7Y000
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Cylinder Head
- Position: Passenger Side
- Replaces: 11040-9J000
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Nissan's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2004-2005 Nissan Quest | S, SE, SL | 6 Cyl 3.5L | VQ35DE
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Nissan Quest Head Assy-Cylinder,LH
Part Number: 11090-7Y000
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Cylinder Head
- Position: Driver Side
- Replaces: 11090-9J000
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Nissan's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2004-2005 Nissan Quest | S, SE, SL | 6 Cyl 3.5L | VQ35DE

Nissan Quest Cylinder Head

A Nissan Quest vehicle utilizes the Cylinder Head engine part to simultaneously transport air-fuel mixtures and exhaust fumes out of the engine while delivering essential spark plugs and valves. The half of the combustion chamber forms from the essential valves and spark plugs inside the housing. Nissan implements cast iron and aluminum Cylinder Head in their vehicles yet uses aluminum predominantly because this material provides a combination of lower weight and better power-to-weight ratio and superior heat dispersal. Leaks or performance degradation may emerge from the Cylinder Head due to warpage or cracks while wear of guides and valves plus degradation in sealing capacity are the major issues that affect the component. The torque-to-yield (TTY) head bolts employed in the vehicle create a tight seal on the head gasket to stop leakage which leads to overheating or contamination of oil. The design combination with materials applied for the Quest Cylinder Head produces major effects on engine reliability and performance within Nissan Quest vehicles.

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Nissan Quest Cylinder Head Parts Questions & Experts Answers

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Q: What steps should be taken for thorough cleaning and inspection of cylinder heads and valve train components during an engine overhaul on Nissan Quest?
A:
The cylinder heads as well as other components that are relevant to the valve train must be cleaned and then examined to determine the required valve service work in the process of overhauling the engine. Remove all the remnants of the old gasket material and any sealing compound off the cylinder head gasket, intake manifold, and exhaust manifold surfaces avoiding damaging the cylinder head. Scrape off the deposit from the coolant passages and scrub the numerous holes with a brass bristle. Insert an appropriate-size tap into each threaded hole to counter-bore the corrosion and thread sealant and use compressed air to blow dirt wearing goggles. Scrub the combustion chambers with a brass wire brush and solvent if carbon has settled and wash the cylinder head with solvent and dry it with an air compressor. Lubricate 280 rocker arms and shafts using solvent provided and it is important not to confuse the left and right units, and same with all the valve springs, spring seats, valve stem locks and retainers always do them one at a time. Clean a heavy deposits on the valves by scraping and for the head and stems use a motorized form wire brush that maintains and organizes the valves. Check the heads for cracks, leaks and other major or minor defects, advise the automotive machine shop if needed. Ensure that the cylinder head gasket mating surface is flat by placing a straightedge, in combination with a feeler gauge and observe the valve seats for signs of pitting, cracking or signs of burning. Gauge valve stem to guide clearance with a small hole gauge and take micrometer readings to the guide to ensure that it is not worn out. Visually check all the valve faces to verify if there are signs of wear, deformation or cracks, and check the margin width of each valve and replace those that do not conform to set standards. Inspect check valve springs for wear etc for free length check to see that it is suitable for reuse and inspect spring retainers, valve stem locks for wear and crack etc and replace any suspected parts. If there are scars or excessive wear them, they have to be replaced, and if the valve elements are worn, disassemble the valves in the cylinder head for further service suggestions.