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Removal Procedure

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  1. Remove the camshaft. Refer to Intake Camshaft & Lifter Replacement  or Exhaust Camshaft & Lifter Replacement  .
  2. Remove the camshaft roller followers.
    Fig 1: Camshaft Roller Followers
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  3. Install the J 43649  to the cylinder head.
  4. Remove the spark plugs.
    Fig 2: Valve Spring Compressor
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  5. Install an air hose adaptor into the spark plug hole.
  6. Pressurize the cylinder to 690 kPa (100 psi).
  7. Compress the valve spring.
  8. Remove the valve spring keepers.
  9. Remove the valve spring.
    Fig 3: Removing Valve Spring
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  10. Using the J 36017  to remove the valve seal.
    Fig 4: Valve Guide Seal Remover
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