Clamp the cylinder head back down to the block after head service with the APEX Automobile Parts Cylinder Head Bolt Set, part number AHB447. It is a direct-fit replacement for many vehicles with the V6-3.0L engine, among them the 1998-2008 Ford Ranger 3.0L, 1998-2007 Ford Taurus 3.0L and 1998-2000 Ford Windstar 3.0L; see the Buyer's Guide tab for the full list.
Head bolts fasten the cylinder head to the engine block. The clamping force they apply keeps the head gasket compressed so it can seal the joint between the two surfaces. A fresh set is a common part of any job that takes the cylinder head off the engine.
Signs this part may need replacing:
Consult the vehicle service information for your engine to learn whether the original head bolts may be reused. If a head gasket is leaking, diagnose the cause before you replace parts.
What vehicles does the engine cylinder head bolt set AHB447 fit?
It fits many V6-3.0L vehicles, among them the 1998-2008 Ford Ranger 3.0L, 1998-2007 Ford Taurus 3.0L and 1998-2000 Ford Windstar 3.0L. See the Buyer's Guide tab for the full list.
What does a cylinder head bolt set do?
The bolts clamp the cylinder head to the engine block. That keeps the head gasket compressed so it can seal the joint between the two surfaces.
How many sets do I need?
The listed applications use one set per engine.
Can I reuse my original head bolts?
Check the vehicle service information for your engine. It states whether the original head bolts may be reused and gives the tightening sequence and torque values.
When should head bolts be replaced?
They are commonly replaced whenever the cylinder head is removed, such as for head gasket service. Diagnose the cause of any leak or overheating before replacing parts.
WARNING: These products can expose you to chemicals including lead and phthalates, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
