Valve Guide Installation

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Assemble the SSTs so that depth L is as specified.
Depth L
1. 12.2-12.8 mm {0.481-0.503 in}
  
  Fig 1: Identifying Depth L
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Tap the valve guide in from the side opposite the camshaft side until the SSTs contacts the cylinder head.

Fig 2: Installing Valve Guide
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Verify that the valve guide protrusion height (dimension A) is within the specification.
Standard Height
1. 12.2-12.8 mm {0.481-0.503 in}
  
  Fig 3: Measuring Valve Guide Protrusion Height
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