Cylinder Head

The cylinder head is a crucial part of the engine. This component seals the cylinders with the help of the head gasket. The cylinder head also houses various other parts that ensure the smooth running of the engine. For example, it contains several pipes for the coolant and engine oil, which lubricate and cool the engine. In addition, the cylinder head houses the combustion chambers with the spark plugs, the inlet and outlet valves, and the camshaft. So it's much more than just a cover on top of the engine block. A defect in the cylinder head therefore leads to serious engine damage. A leak in the cylinder head is one of the most common defects. The part can also warp due to the extreme heat to which it is constantly exposed. This can be repaired by skimming the cylinder head.

Cylinder Head Broken

If the cylinder head is broken, you should replace it as soon as possible. A defective cylinder head can lead to serious engine damage. Due to overheating, the part can wear out. The heat causes the cylinder head to warp, this can be overhauled by having the cylinder head skimmed. Another common problem is the leaking of engine oil or coolant. These fluids are necessary so that the engine runs smoothly and stays cool. Due to a defect in the cylinder head, these fluids leak away. This defect can be recognised by a strange grinding sound or by the engine overheating. Other symptoms to watch out for are: smoke from the engine and loss of power. Do you recognise any of these symptoms? Then check the part and replace it if necessary.

Replacing the Cylinder Head

You should replace a cylinder head if it is broken. A defective cylinder head can lead to irreparable engine damage. Please note that this is a very difficult job, which you can only carry out yourself if you have sufficient technical knowledge and experience in the field.

When replacing the cylinder head, the biggest challenge is getting to the part. To replace it, you must first drain the coolant and remove surrounding parts. Then you unscrew the inlet manifold and exhaust manifold and dismantle the rocker cover. You may also need to remove the tappets. You should now be able to unscrew the cylinder head and remove it from the car. When installing the new cylinder head, also use a new cylinder head gasket.

Are you having the cylinder head replaced at a garage? Then order the parts cheaply at Winparts and deliver them to the garage yourself. This will save you a lot of money.

Buy a Complete Cylinder Head

You can buy a cylinder head quickly and cheaply at Winparts. We have a wide range of cylinder heads from various top brands. By entering your registration number or car details in our registration check, you will find the right parts. We also have accessories such as: cylinder head bolts and cylinder liners. Besides cylinder parts, you will also find other engine parts at Winparts such as: sumps, crankshaft pulleys, pushrods, pistons and oil pumps.