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Removal Procedure

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    Fig 1: View Of Spark Plug And Sparkplug Seat
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  1. Remove the valve rocker arm. Refer to Valve Rocker Arm and Push Rod Replacement .
    2. IMPORTANT: Remove the spark plugs from the cylinder head with the engine at room temperature.
  2. Loosen the spark plug 1 or 2 turns.
  3. Brush or air blast away any dirt or debris from around the spark plug.
  4. Remove the spark plug.
    5. Fig 2: Applying Compressed Air To J 22794
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  5. Install the J 22794  into the spark plug hole. See Special Tools .
  6. Attach an air hose to the J 22794  . See Special Tools .
  7. Apply compressed air to the J 22794  in order to hold the valves in place. See Special Tools .
    8. Fig 3: Using J 38606 & J 5892-D To Remove Valve Spring
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  8. Using the J 38606  compress the valve spring. See Special Tools .
    9. Fig 4: View Of Cylinder Head Components
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  9. Remove the valve stem keys (225).
  10. Using the J 38606  carefully release the valve spring tension. See Special Tools .
  11. Remove the J 38606  . See Special Tools .
  12. Remove the valve spring cap (224).
  13. Remove the valve spring (223).
  14. Remove the valve stem oil seal (222).
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