Intake/Exhaust Valves & Seats: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Dodge Dakota. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the cylinder head (Refer to ENGINE/CYLINDER HEAD-REMOVAL ).
- Compress valve springs using Valve Spring Compressor Tool MD-998772A and adapter 6716A.
- Remove valve retaining locks, valve spring retainers, valve stem seals and valve springs.
- Before removing valves, remove any burrs from valve stem lock grooves to prevent damage to the valve guides. Identify valves to ensure installation in original location.