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Removal and Installation

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  1. Remove the roller followers. For additional information, refer to ROLLER FOLLOWERS .
    2. NOTE: If air pressure has forced the piston to the bottom of the cylinder, any loss of air pressure will allow the valve(s) to fall into the cylinder. A rubber band, tape or string wrapped around the end of the valve stem will prevent this from happening.
  2. Pressurize the cylinder using compressed air.
  3. Using the special tool, remove the key, retainer, and valve spring.
    Fig 1: Removing Key, Retainer, & Valve Spring
    G03429751Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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