Caution: In order to avoid damage, install the spark plugs after the cylinder head has been installed on the engine.
- Install NEW cylinder head plugs (1). Coat the plugs with sealer. Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers .
- Inspect the valve springs for the following conditions:
| • | Spring tension using EN-9666 tester |
| • | Any distorted springs should be replaced |
- Inspect the valves and the valve seats (1). Refer to
Valve and Seat Grinding : LE5 or LE9 .
- Install the valves (1). Replace any valves, if required.
Note: Always use NEW valve stem oil seals when assembling the cylinder head.
- Install the new valve seals (1). Fully seat the seals on the valve guides.
- Install the springs (1).
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.
Caution: Do not compress the valve springs to less than 24.0 mm (0.943 in). Contact between the valve spring retainer and the valve stem oil seal can cause potential valve stem oil seal damage.
- Install the retainers (1).
- Using the EN-8062 compressor and the EN-43963 compressor (off car) , compress the valve spring.
- Install the valve keys .
- Slowly release the EN-8062 compressor and the EN-43963 compressor (off car) from the valve/spring assembly.
- Inspect for proper valve key seating.
- Install the remaining valves, springs, and other components.
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
- Install the cylinder head air bleed tube (1) and tighten the tube to 15 N·m (11 lb ft).
