Removal

1. Remove spark plugs, cam cover and camshaft.
2. Install service tool SA9124E angle supports. Use the four M6 x 25 mm bolts provided and mount the supports to the inside cam bearing cap threaded holes, with the notched side of the supports toward the spark plug holes.
- Torque: 10 Nm (89 in. lbs.)





3. While sliding rod through supports, install the compressor lever arm assembly.
4. Install spark plug adapter from gauge bar kit SA9127E in the respective cylinder.

NOTICE: The engine's No. 1 cylinder piston must be at top dead center (TDC) when removing and installing camshafts or timing chain, gears and chain guides will be damaged when air pressure is put into the cylinders to hold valves closed.

5. With the piston at TDC, pressurize each cylinder to 690 kPa (100 psi).

IMPORTANT: Tap end of compressor lever with a plastic mallet while applying a slight amount of pressure to the breaker bar.






6. Position lever assembly over valve spring to be removed and use 1/2 in. breaker bar to compress the spring.
7. Remove valve spring cap, retainers and release spring tension.





8. Remove cap and spring.
9. Remove valve stem seal using service tool SA9102E-A.