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34. Cylinder Head Assemble




Cylinder Head Assemble

Special Tools
* EN 46116 - Valve Spring Compressor Adapter
* J 8062 - Valve Spring Compressor

Assembly Procedure





Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

1. Using a 14 mm straight hexagon wrench, install 2 new gaskets and the 2 straight screw plugs.

Tighten screw plugs to 86 Nm (64 lb ft).




2. Install the valve spring seats into the cylinder head.





Note: The intake valve oil seal is gray and the exhaust valve oil seal is black.

3. Apply a light coat of engine oil to a new oil seal (1, 2).




4. Using EN 46116 - remover/installer (1) , push in the oil seal.




5. Apply a sufficient coat of engine oil to the tip area of the intake valve (a) shown in the illustration.

Note: Install the same parts in the same combination to the original locations.

6. Install the valve, compression spring and spring retainer to the cylinder head.




7. Using J 8062 - compressor (1) and wooden blocks (2), compress the spring and install the 2 retainer locks.





Note: Be careful not to damage the valve stem tip.

8. Using a 5 mm pin punch and plastic hammer, lightly tap the valve stem tip to ensure a proper fit.




9. Apply a sufficient coat of engine oil to the tip area of the intake valve shown in the illustration.

Note: Install the same parts in the same combination to the original locations.

10. Install the valve, compression spring and spring retainer to the cylinder head.




11. Using J 8062 - compressor (1) and wooden blocks (2), compress the spring and install the 2 retainer locks.





Note: Be careful not to damage the valve stem tip.

12. Using a 5 mm pin punch (1) and plastic hammer, lightly tap the valve stem tip to ensure a proper fit.
13. Apply a light coat of engine oil.





Note: Install the same parts in the same combination to the original locations.

14. Assemble the valve lifter and the tip of the valve stem.