Cylinder Head Assemble
Special Tools
• | EN-49074 Valve Spring Compressor |
• | EN-48247 Valve Spring Compression Adapter |
• | EN-46116 Valve Stem Seal Remover/Installer |
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools .
Note:
• | If the valves have been used in a running engine, you must clean the valve seats before reassembly. |
• | Coat the valve shafts with NEW engine oil. |
• | Take extreme care to prevent damage to the valve guides. |
- Install the 16 valves (5).
- Install 16 NEW valve stem oil seals use the EN-46116 installer (1).
- Install the 16 valve springs (3).
- Install the 16 valve spring retainers (2).
Warning: Compressed valve springs have high tension against the valve spring compressor. Valve springs that are not properly compressed by or released from the valve spring compressor can be ejected from the valve spring compressor with intense force. Use care when compressing or releasing the valve spring with the valve spring compressor and when removing or installing the valve stem keys. Failing to use care may cause personal injury.
- Install the EN-49074 compressor with EN-48247 adapter.
- Install the 32 valve stem keys (1).
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