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Removal and Replacement

Valve Spring, Retainer, and Seal

Valve Train Components - LH (Part 1):




Valve Train Components - LH (Part 2):




Valve Train Components - RH:




Special Tool(s):




Material:





Removal
1. Remove the camshaft roller followers.

2. NOTE: If air pressure has forced the piston to the bottom of the cylinder, any loss of air pressure will allow the valve(s) to fall into the cylinder. A rubber band, tape or string wrapped around the end of the valve stem will prevent this from happening.

Pressurize the cylinder using compressed air.
3. Using the special tool, remove the key, retainer and the valve spring.





4. NOTE: Camshaft removed for clarity.

Remove the valve seal.





Installation

1. NOTE: Lubricate the valve guide with clean engine oil.

Using the special tool, install the valve seal.





2. Using the special tool, install the valve spring, retainer and key.





3. Install the camshaft roller followers.