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Valve Springs

REMOVAL & INSTALLATION

The following procedure may be performed with the cylinder head on the cylinder block by using a chuck and a compressed air source to fill the cylinder with air. This will hold the valve closed and prevent it from dropping into the cylinder.

  1. Remove the valve system and related components.
  2. Remove the cylinder head.
  3. Using a valve spring compressor, compress the valve spring and remove the valve spring key retainer.
  4. Remove each valve spring assembly.
  5. Lubricate the valve stems, and install the valves in the cylinder head as numbered.
  6. Lubricate and position the seals (if used) and the valve springs.
  7. Install the spring retainers, compress the springs, and insert the keys.
  8. Tap the head of the valve lightly with a wooden hammer to seat the keys.
  9. Install the cylinder head.
  10. Install the valve system and related components.
  11. Adjust the rocker arm clearance as required.

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