1989 Acura Integra head gasket

1989 ACURA INTEGRA
214,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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ACURA BOY
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on my acura i know i need to replace a head gasket and i need to know how to do it and would that also be causing my motor to over heat
Jun 24, 2008 at 3:58 PM
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KHLOW2008
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Hi acura boy,

If the head gasket is defective, it would cause overheating.

To replace it, you need to remove the cylinder head, test it and the block surface for warpage and reface if necessary.

The process of removal involves taking off the timing belt and related parts.
Jun 25, 2008 at 8:39 AM