Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 GMC Yukon, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe, and 2012 Cadillac Escalade. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the rocker arm. Refer to Valve Rocker Arm and Push Rod Replacement .
- Disconnect the spark plug wire at the spark plug.
- Twist each plug wire boot 1/2 turn.
- Pull only on the boot in order to remove the wire from the spark plug.
- Loosen the spark plug 1 or 2 turns.
- Brush or air blast away any dirt or debris from around the spark plug.
- Remove the spark plug.
- Install the J 22794 spark plug port adapter into the spark plug hole.
- Attach an air hose to the J 22794 spark plug port adapter.
- Apply compressed air to the J 22794 spark plug port adapter in order to hold the valves in place.
- Use the J 38606 valve spring compressor in order to compress the valve spring.
- Remove the valve stem keys (225).
- Carefully release the valve spring tension.
- Remove the J 38606 valve spring compressor.
- Remove the valve spring cap (224).
- Remove the valve spring (223).
- Remove the valve stem oil seal (222).
- Remove the valve (228).
NOTE:
Remove the spark plugs from the cylinder head with the engine at room temperature.