Valve - Springs, Retainer and Valve Stem Seal: Installation

Using the special tools, install the new intake valve stem seals.

Fig 1: Installing Intake Valve Stem Seals
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Using the special tools, install the new exhaust valve stem seals.

Fig 2: Installing Exhaust Valve Stem Seals
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Install the Valve Spring Compressor Spacer between the valve spring coils to protect the intake valve stem seal from damage.

Fig 3: Installing Valve Spring Compressor Spacer Between Valve Spring Coils
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Using the special tool, install the intake valve spring, the spring retainer and the valve spring retainer keys.

Fig 4: Installing Intake Valve Spring, Spring Retainer And Valve Spring Retainer Keys
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Install the Valve Spring Compressor Spacer between the valve spring coils to protect the intake valve stem seal from damage.

Fig 5: Installing Valve Spring Compressor Spacer Between Valve Spring Coils
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Using the special tool, install the exhaust valve spring, the spring retainer and the valve spring retainer keys.

Fig 6: Installing Exhaust Valve Spring, Spring Retainer And Valve Spring Retainer Keys
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Remove the compressed air hose from the cylinder.
Install the spark plugs. For additional information, refer to ENGINE IGNITION - 4.6L (4V) .
Install the roller followers. For additional information, refer to ROLLER FOLLOWERS .