Cylinder Head Disassemble

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Buick Century. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Tools Required

J 38606 Valve Spring Compressor. See Special Tools and Equipment .

IMPORTANT: Ensure that the valve train components are marked, organized or sorted when disassembling the cylinder head. Install the valve train components in the original location from which the components were removed.

Remove the fuel line bracket bolt and stud.
Remove the fuel line bracket.

Fig 1: Removing Fuel Line Bracket, Bolt & Stud
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NOTE: Do not damage the valve guide. Remove any burrs that have formed at the key groove by conferring the valve stem with an oil stone or a file.
Compress the valve springs using the J 38606 .

Fig 2: Compressing Valve Spring Using J 38606
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Remove the valve spring cap keys.
Remove the valve spring caps.
Remove the valve springs.
Remove the valves.
Remove the valve stem oil seals and spring seats as an assembly.

Fig 3: View Of Valve Components
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