Tech Tips
When viewed from the rear of the engine assembly, Bank 1 is on the left side and Bank 2 is on the right side.
INSTALL STUD BOLT
Note
If the stud bolts are deformed or their threads are damaged, replace them.
Using E7 and E8 "TORX" socket wrenches, install the stud bolts.
INSTALL NO. 2 STRAIGHT SCREW PLUG
Using a 14 mm hexagon wrench, install 2 new gaskets and the 2 straight screw plugs.
INSTALL NO. 1 STRAIGHT SCREW PLUG
Using a 10 mm hexagon wrench, install 6 new gaskets and the 6 straight screw plugs.
INSTALL VALVE SPRING SEAT
Install the valve spring seats to the cylinder head.
INSTALL VALVE STEM OIL SEAL
Apply a light coat of engine oil to new oil seals.
Note
Pay attention when installing the intake and exhaust oil seals. For example, installing the intake oil seal into the exhaust side or installing the exhaust oil seal to the intake side can cause installation problems later.
Tech Tips
The intake valve oil seals are brown and the exhaust valve oil seals are gray.
Using SST, push in the oil seals.
Note
Failure to use SST will cause the seal to be damaged or improperly seated.
INSTALL INTAKE VALVE
Apply plenty of engine oil to the tip area of the intake valve shown in the illustration.
Install the valve, compression spring and spring retainer to the cylinder head.
Note
Install the same parts in the same combination to their original locations.
Using SST and wooden blocks, compress the spring and install the retainer lock.
Using a plastic-faced hammer, lightly tap the valve stem tip to ensure a proper fit.
Note
Be careful not to damage the retainer.
INSTALL EXHAUST VALVE
Apply plenty of engine oil to the tip area of the exhaust valve shown in the illustration.
Install the valve, compression spring and spring retainer to the cylinder head.
Note
Install the same parts in the same combination to their original locations.
Using SST and wooden blocks, compress the spring and install the retainer lock.
Using a plastic-faced hammer, lightly tap the valve stem tip to ensure a proper fit.
Note
Be careful not to damage the retainer.