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Cylinder Head On

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Fig 1: Setting Engine To Top Dead Center
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  1. Rotate crankshaft until piston is at TDC on compression.
    Fig 2: Remove/Install Cylinder Head Cover Bolts In Sequence
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  2. Remove cylinder head cover. See Engine/Cylinder Head/COVER(S), Cylinder Head - Removal .
  3. Remove camshafts. See Engine/Cylinder Head/CAMSHAFT, Engine - Removal .
  4. Mark valve tappet location for assembly.
  5. Remove valve tappets.
  6. With air hose attached to adapter tool installed in spark plug hole, apply 90-120 psi air pressure.
    CAUTION: Care must be taken not to damage the tappet bore or engine damage may result.
    Fig 3: VALVE REMOVAL
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  7. Using metric valve keeper tool (1) such as Snap-on® GA317 (or equivalent), and remove valve spring keepers and retainer.
  8. Remove valve spring(s).
  9. Remove valve stem seal(s) by a using valve stem seal tool.
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