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Valve Guides

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  1. Measure valve guide height from spring seat to top edge of guide. If height is not as specified, replace valve guide. See CYLINDER HEAD  table under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS.
  2. Using a telescoping gauge, measure and record valve guide inside diameter at top, middle and bottom of guide. Measure valve guide at 2 set of points, 90 degrees apart. Measure and record valve stem diameter.
  3. Subtract valve stem measurement from valve guide inside diameter. If valve stem-to-guide clearance is not within specification, replace valve and/or valve guide. See CYLINDER HEAD  table under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS.
    NOTE: Reface valve seat after replacing valve guide.
  4. To remove valve guides, use a hammer and Valve Guide Remover/Replacer (T89P-6510-A) to drive valve guide out camshaft side of head. To install valve guides, use hammer and valve guide remover/replacer. Install valve guides from camshaft side of head. Install valve guide to correct height specification. See CYLINDER HEAD  table under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS.
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