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Cylinder Head Disassemble



Cylinder Head Disassemble

Tools Required
^ J 8062 Valve Spring Compressor
^ J 42037 Valve Spring Compressor Adapter
^ J 38820 Valve Stem Seal Remover/Installer





1. Remove the spark plugs.





2. Remove the A.I.R. injection pipe cover studs.
3. Remove the A.I.R. injection pipe cover and gasket.





4. Important: Organize the valve train components when disassembling so they can be reassembled in the same location and matched up with the same components as previously installed.

Use J 8062 (2) and J 42037 (1) to compress the valve spring.





5. Remove the valve keys.





6. Remove J 8062 and J 42037.
7. Remove the valve spring retainer and valve spring.





8. Remove the valves.





9. Use J 38820 to remove the valve seals.





10. Inspect the water jacket plug, for leakage. Replace if necessary.





11. Inspect the (inner) oil gallery plug, for leakage. Replace if necessary.





12. Inspect the (end) oil gallery plugs, for leakage. Replace if necessary.