Valve: Service and Repair

INTAKE/EXHAUST VALVES AND SEALS
REMOVAL
1. Remove the cylinder head and place on a suitable work bench.





2. Using Special Tool C-3422-CF Valve Spring Compressor, compress the valve spring.





3. Remove the collets (1). Release the valve spring compressor and remove the valve retainer (2) and the valve spring (3) with spacer.





4. Using Special Tool 9106 (1) Valve Assembly Tool Case, remove the valve stem seal (2).
5. Remove the valve (4) from the cylinder head.
6. Inspect the valve face and the stem for any wear or nicks. Replace damaged valves as required.

CLEANING
1. Clean all valves thoroughly and discard burned, warped and cracked valves.

INSTALLATION





1. Install the valve into the cylinder head.
2. Install the protective sleeve (2) over valve stem.
3. Lubricate the valve stem seal before installing.
4. Using Special Tool 9106 (1) Valve Assembly Tool Case, press the valve stem seal (3) onto valve stem.
5. Remove the protective sleeve (2).





6. Install the valve spring spacer, the spring (3), and the valve spring retainer (2), over the valve stem (4).





7. Using Special Tool C-3422-CF Valve Spring Compressor, compress the valve spring and install the collets (1).
8. Repeat the process for each valve.
9. Install the cylinder head.