Cylinder Head: Disassembly

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Ford Pickup. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: During engine repair procedures, cleanliness is extremely important. Any foreign material, including any material created while cleaning gasket surfaces, that enters the oil passages, coolant passages or the oil pan, can cause engine failure.

NOTE: If the components are to be reinstalled, they must be installed in their original locations. Mark the components for installation into their original locations.

Using the Valve Spring Compressors, remove the keys, retainer and spring.

Fig 1: Removing Keys, Retainer And Spring Using Valve Spring Compressors
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Remove and discard the valve seal.

Fig 2: Locating Valve Seal
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Remove the valve from the cylinder head.
Repeat the previous steps for each of the remaining valves.