Cylinder Head Warpage Inspection – S2000 ’99-03

Honda S2000 F20C cylinder head inspection applies to 1999-2003 AP1 models.

1. Remove the cylinder head.
2. Inspect the camshaft
3. Check the cylinder head for warpage. Measure along the edges, and three ways across the center.

• If warpage is less than 0.05 mm (0.002 in.) cylinder head resurfacing is not required.
• If warpage is between 0.05 mm (0.002 in.) and 0.2 mm (0.008 in.), resurface the cylinder head.
• Maximum resurface limit is 0.2 mm (0.008 in.) based on a height of 105 mm (4.13 in.).

Cylinder Head Height
Standard (New): 104.95-105.05 mm (4.132-4.136 in.)

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