CYLINDER HEAD DISASSEMBLY

PROCEDURE


  1. REMOVE VALVE STEM CAP


    1. Remove the valve stem caps from the cylinder head sub-assembly.

      Tech Tips

      Arrange the removed parts in the correct order.

  2. REMOVE INTAKE VALVE


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      Using SST, compress the inner compression spring and remove the valve spring retainer locks.

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    2. Remove the valve spring retainer, inner compression spring and intake valve.

      Tech Tips

      Arrange the removed parts in the correct order.

  3. REMOVE EXHAUST VALVE


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      Using SST, compress the inner compression spring and remove the valve spring retainer locks.

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    2. Remove the valve spring retainer, inner compression spring and exhaust valve.

      Tech Tips

      Arrange the removed parts in the correct order.

  4. REMOVE VALVE STEM OIL SEAL


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      Using needle-nose pliers, remove the valve stem oil seal.

  5. REMOVE VALVE SPRING SEAT


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      Using compressed air and a magnet hand, remove the valve spring seats by blowing air onto them.

  6. REMOVE NO. 1 STRAIGHT SCREW PLUG


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      *A for Bank 1
      *B for Bank 2

      Using a 10 mm hexagon wrench, remove the 4 No. 1 straight screw plugs and 4 gaskets.

      Note

      If coolant leaks from a No. 1 straight screw plug or the plug is corroded, replace it.

  7. REMOVE NO. 2 STRAIGHT SCREW PLUG


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      *A for Bank 1
      *B for Bank 2

      Using a 14 mm hexagon wrench, remove the 2 No. 2 straight screw plugs and 2 gaskets.

      Note

      If coolant leaks from a No. 2 straight screw plug or the plug is corroded, replace it.