How to remove and install a cylinder head on Kia Sorento for V6 engine?

To remove the cylinder head, first relieve the fuel system pressure and disconnect the cable from the negative terminal of the battery. Drain the cooling system, including the engine block, and then remove the upper and lower intake manifolds, followed by the exhaust manifold(s). Disconnect the timing belt or timing chain from the camshaft sprockets and remove the camshafts. Disconnect any remaining sensors or hoses, then loosen the cylinder head bolts in 1/4-turn increments until they can be removed by hand, along with their hardened washers, and lift the cylinder head off the engine block, using a wood block and hammer if necessary, while avoiding prying between the head and block to prevent gasket surface damage. For inspection, use a precision straightedge to check the gasket surfaces of each head, inserting a feeler gauge of the maximum specified size, and examine the intake and exhaust manifold surfaces as well as the block surface for cracks and coolant leakage. During installation, ensure the mating surfaces of the cylinder heads and block are perfectly clean, using a gasket scraper and brake cleaner to remove all traces of carbon and old gasket material, while stuffing the cylinders with clean shop rags to keep out debris. Check the block and head mating surfaces for damage, using a file for slight damage and considering machining for excessive damage. Chase the threads in the cylinder head bolt holes with a tap and clean them with compressed air, then restore the threads on each bolt using a die. Position the new gaskets over the dowel pins in the block, ensuring they are right side up and aligned correctly, applying RTV sealant as specified. Carefully set the head on the block without disturbing the gasket, apply clean engine oil to the bolt threads, and install the bolts, tightening them finger tight before following the recommended sequence for final torque. Install and tighten the small bolt at the front of the cylinder heads, then complete the installation in reverse order of removal. Finally, refill the cooling system, change the oil and filter, run the engine, and check for leaks.

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Kia Sorento Cylinder Head Sub Assembly
Part Number: 221103CGB1B
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- Other Name: Head Sub Assembly-CYLIND; Cylinder Head
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- 2013-2014 Kia Sorento | 3.3L - Lambda 2 | Wagon - 5Door 5P, Wagon - 5Door 7P
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Kia Sorento Pac K
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- Other Name: Cylinder Head
- Position: Driver Side
- Replaces: 221103L210
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- 2019-2020 Kia Sorento | 3.3L - Lambda 2 | Wagon - 5Door 7P
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Kia Sorento Pac K
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- Other Name: Cylinder Head
- Position: Passenger Side
- Replaces: 221103L250
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- 2019-2020 Kia Sorento | 3.3L - Lambda 2 | Wagon - 5Door 7P
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Kia Sorento Cylinder Head Sub Assembly
Part Number: 221103CGB1A
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- Other Name: Head Sub Assembly-Cylinder, RH
- Position: Passenger Side
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- 2013-2018 Kia Sorento | 3.3L - Lambda 2 | Wagon - 5Door 5P, Wagon - 5Door 7P
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Kia Sorento Cylinder Head Sub Assembly
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- Other Name: Head Sub Assembly-CYLIND
- Position: Passenger Side
- Replaced by: 1140308506K
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- 2019-2020 Kia Sorento | 3.3L - Lambda 2 | Wagon - 5Door 7P
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Kia Sorento Cylinder Head Assembly
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- Other Name: Head Assembly-Cylinder; Cylinder Head
- Replaces: 221002G511
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- 2009-2014 Kia Sorento | 2.4L - Theta 2 | Wagon - 5Door 5P, Wagon - 5Door 7P
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- Other Name: Head Assembly-Cylinder
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- 2009-2012 Kia Sorento | 2.4L - Theta 2 | Wagon - 5Door 5P, Wagon - 5Door 7P
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- 2003-2006 Kia Sorento | High Grade, Middle Grade | 3.5L | 5 Door Wagon
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- 2009-2012 Kia Sorento | 3.5L - Lambda 2 | Wagon - 5Door 5P, Wagon - 5Door 7P
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- Other Name: Head Assembly-Cylinder
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- 2009-2012 Kia Sorento | 2.4L - Theta 2 | Wagon - 5Door 5P, Wagon - 5Door 7P
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Kia Sorento Cylinder Head Sub Assembly
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- Other Name: Head Sub Assembly-Cylinder, LH
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- 2006-2008 Kia Sorento | High Grade, Middle Grade | 3.3L - Lambda, 3.8L, 3.8L - Lambda | 5 Door Wagon, Wagon - 5Door 5P
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Kia Sorento Cylinder Head Sub Assembly
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- Other Name: Head Sub Assembly-Cylinder, LH
- Position: Driver Side
- Replaced by: 221103C501A
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- 2006-2008 Kia Sorento | 3.3L - Lambda, 3.8L - Lambda | Wagon - 5Door 5P
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Kia Sorento Cylinder Head Sub Assembly
Part Number: 221103C501
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- Other Name: Head Sub Assembly-Cylinder, LH
- Position: Driver Side
- Replaced by: 221103C501A
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- 2006-2008 Kia Sorento | 3.3L - Lambda, 3.8L - Lambda | Wagon - 5Door 5P
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- Other Name: Head Sub Assembly-Cylinder, LH; Cylinder Head
- Position: Driver Side
- Replaces: 221103C501, 221103C500, 221103C500A
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- 2006-2008 Kia Sorento | High Grade, Middle Grade | 3.3L - Lambda, 3.8L, 3.8L - Lambda | 5 Door Wagon, Wagon - 5Door 5P
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- Other Name: Head Sub Assembly-Cylinder, RH
- Position: Passenger Side
- Replaced by: 221103C551A
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- 2006-2008 Kia Sorento | 3.3L - Lambda, 3.8L - Lambda | Wagon - 5Door 5P
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- Other Name: Head Sub Assembly-Cylinder, RH
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- 2006-2008 Kia Sorento | 3.3L - Lambda, 3.8L - Lambda | Wagon - 5Door 5P
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Part Number: 221103C551A
$1369.09 MSRP: $2019.30
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- Other Name: Head Sub Assembly-Cylinder, RH; Cylinder Head
- Position: Passenger Side
- Replaces: 221103C550A, 221103C550, 221103C551
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Kia's factory warranty.
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- 2006-2008 Kia Sorento | High Grade, Middle Grade | 3.3L - Lambda, 3.8L, 3.8L - Lambda | 5 Door Wagon, Wagon - 5Door 5P
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Part Number: 221002G570
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- 2009-2012 Kia Sorento | 2.4L - Theta 2 | Wagon - 5Door 5P, Wagon - 5Door 7P
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- 2009-2012 Kia Sorento | 3.5L - Lambda 2 | Wagon - 5Door 5P, Wagon - 5Door 7P

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Kia Sorento Cylinder Head

The Kia Sorento Cylinder Head is responsible for channeling the air, fuel, and exhaust and sealing the combustion chambers, which ensures that power is delivered smoothly and the cylinder is protected against leaks. Over the years, Kia models have utilized both the durable cast iron design as well as the lighter aluminum Cylinder Head design, the latter having the benefit of weight reduction, shedding heat more rapidly and permitting the Sorento to take a higher compression without suffering from knock. Each Cylinder Head contains the spark plugs, valves, guides, and seats; hence, wear here may cause misfires, loss of coolant or oil, or a dead cylinder in the case that a valve burns. Proper airflow through the Cylinder Head ports allows the engine to breathe freely, increasing horsepower without putting additional strain on the engine. A reliable head gasket and factory torque to yield bolts are responsible for keeping the joint tight to avoid compression mix-ups or overheating that might sideline a Kia Sorento. Regular inspection helps a Kia owner to catch warpage or cracks early and make it possible to have a long journey in the Sorento with a healthy Cylinder Head.

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Kia Sorento Cylinder Head Parts Questions & Experts Answers

Cylinder Head Sub Assembly
221103CAB0A
Q: How to remove and install a cylinder head on Kia Sorento for V6 engine?
A:
To remove the cylinder head, first relieve the fuel system pressure and disconnect the cable from the negative terminal of the battery. Drain the cooling system, including the engine block, and then remove the upper and lower intake manifolds, followed by the exhaust manifold(s). Disconnect the Timing Belt or Timing Chain from the Camshaft sprockets and remove the camshafts. Disconnect any remaining sensors or hoses, then loosen the cylinder head bolts in 1/4-turn increments until they can be removed by hand, along with their hardened washers, and lift the cylinder head off the engine block, using a wood block and hammer if necessary, while avoiding prying between the head and block to prevent gasket surface damage. For inspection, use a precision straightedge to check the gasket surfaces of each head, inserting a feeler gauge of the maximum specified size, and examine the intake and exhaust manifold surfaces as well as the block surface for cracks and coolant leakage. During installation, ensure the mating surfaces of the cylinder heads and block are perfectly clean, using a gasket scraper and brake cleaner to remove all traces of carbon and old gasket material, while stuffing the cylinders with clean shop rags to keep out debris. Check the block and head mating surfaces for damage, using a file for slight damage and considering machining for excessive damage. Chase the threads in the cylinder head bolt holes with a tap and clean them with compressed air, then restore the threads on each bolt using a die. Position the new gaskets over the dowel pins in the block, ensuring they are right side up and aligned correctly, applying RTV sealant as specified. Carefully set the head on the block without disturbing the gasket, apply clean engine oil to the bolt threads, and install the bolts, tightening them finger tight before following the recommended sequence for final torque. Install and tighten the small bolt at the front of the cylinder heads, then complete the installation in reverse order of removal. Finally, refill the cooling system, change the oil and filter, run the engine, and check for leaks.