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Apr 26, 2012 | 11:36 AM

JBennett91

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Can you reuse head studs, got a 99 sport with blown head gasket and wasn't sure if I could reuse the studs

Apr 26, 2012 | 11:39 AM

SeriousOffroad

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Model: Cherokee

Yes. The FSM states that head bolts can be re-used 1 time only.

Apr 26, 2012 | 11:40 AM

TheJerm

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From: Flint/Asheville

Year: 1995

Model: Cherokee

Engine: 4.0 HO

I dont recall is the FSM said that or not but I was in a time crunch before a trip for college. I reused the head bolts and 30k later its fine

Apr 26, 2012 | 11:44 AM

SeriousOffroad

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It's in the FSM.

Apr 26, 2012 | 11:46 AM

SeriousOffroad

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From the FSM

Quote:

CAUTION: Engine cylinder head bolts should be
reused only once. Replace the head bolts if they
were used before or if they have a paint dab on the
top of the bolt.

Apr 26, 2012 | 11:47 AM

JBennett91

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Thank you, I wasn't to sure but now I know

Apr 26, 2012 | 11:52 AM

Jeepjunky

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From: somewhere Gee oh Dee cant find me...

Year: 1995

Model: Cherokee

Engine: I6 4.0L

i quote pg 9-16 in the 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee SM under installation:
CAUTION: Engine cylinder head bolts should be reused only once. Replace the head bolts if they were used before or if they have a paint dab on the top of the bolt.

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