Valve Guide Seals - Removal

REMOVAL

NOTE: The tools used in these valve stem seal procedures are part of Special Tool 9106 Valve Assembly Tool Case.

1. Remove the starter. Starter Motor - Removal
2. Remove the camshafts. Camshaft - Removal.
3. Remove one spark plug from the cylinder to be repaired.
4. Position the cylinder to be repaired to TDC.




5. Using Special Tool 9102 Flywheel Locking Tool, lock the flywheel by inserting the tool into the starter opening.
6. Pressurize the combustion chamber.




7. Install the assembly tool (1). Compress the valve spring.




8. With the valve spring compressed, remove the collets (1).
9. Release the valve spring and remove the valve spring retainer (2), the spring (3) and spring seat (4).




10. Remove the valve stem seal (2) using the seal pliers (1).

NOTE: Assemble the valves completely before removing the air pressure from the cylinder.

11. Repeat these steps for each cylinder required.
12. Inspect all of the valve stems. Damaged valves must be replaced.