9928487 R01 - 2018 RANGER XP 1000 Service Manual
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CYLINDER HEAD WARP INSPECTION
Thoroughly clean cylinder head surface to remove all
traces of gasket material and carbon.
CAUTION
Use care not to damage gasket sealing surface. All
gasket surfaces must be clean, dry and free of any oil
or grease upon assembly. Clean sealing surfaces with
rubbing alcohol or electrical contact cleaner. Do not
touch sealing surfaces of the new head gasket.
Lay a straight edge across the surface of the cylinder
head
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at several different points and measure warp by
inserting a feeler gauge between the straight edge and
the cylinder head surface. If warp exceeds the service
limit, replace the cylinder head.
MEASUREMENT
Cylinder Head Warp Limit:
.0039″ (0.1 mm)