Intake Valve Oil Seal And Exhaust Valve Oil Seal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Subaru Forester. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

For the following, replace the oil seal with a new part. For replacement procedure, refer to the following.
- When the lip is damaged.
- When the spring is out of the specified position.
- When readjusting the surfaces of valve and valve seat.
- When replacing the valve guide.
Remove the valve oil seal from the valve guide.
CAUTION:
- During work, place a waste cloth, etc. to avoid scratching the mating surface of the cylinder head.
- Use special care not to damage the cylinder head and guide during work.
  
  Fig 1: Locating Valve Oil Seal Of Valve Guide
  Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
Using the ST, insert the valve oil seal.
CAUTION:
- During work, place a waste cloth, etc. to avoid scratching the mating surface of the cylinder head.
- Use special care not to damage the cylinder head and guide during work.
NOTE:
- Apply engine oil to valve oil seal before inserting.
- The valve oil seal can be inserted by pressing ST with hand. Do not use a plastic hammer to strike in.
- The intake valve oil seals and exhaust valve oil seals are distinguished by their colors.
Color of rubber part:

Intake [Gray]

Exhaust [Green]

ST 18261AA010 VALVE OIL SEAL GUIDE

Fig 2: Inserting Valve Oil Seal Using ST
Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.