Anyone changed the head gasket themselves?

[Jake]

Hi
The head gasket has gone on my Mrs' W-reg FreeLander 1.8 (K series engine). I understand this is a common occurance.

So I've order up a new head gasket and head bolts and I'm looking to do it myself if poss. I ordered an 'uprated' head gasket from EliseParts.com

Anyway, I've got the cam belt cover off but I can't see the correct way to release the cam belt tension. It's difficult to get a good clear view of it.
Is there a "how-to" guide somewhere on this site? Or can somebody tell me how to slacken the cam belt?


Thanks for any help.

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Jake

ps, I can't get to Halfords to buy a manual because the Mrs has taken my car to work.

[TEMPL4R]

If it's has overheated, have the head skimmed. Change the thermostat, do that before you fit the head, as it is hard to get to.

Here are the Timing Belt sheets.

Chris

[Jake]

That's a great help, Chris. Thanks a lot!