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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install the valve stem oil seal/spring seat.
  2. Install the valve spring.
  3. Install the valve cap.
    Fig 1: Exploded View Of Valves
    G01702653Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Compress the valve using the J 38606  .
  5. Install the valve locks. If necessary, hold the valve locks in place with grease.
    Fig 2: Compressing Valve Spring
    G01702654Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Release the valve spring using the J 38606  .
  7. Make sure that the valve locks are seated.
  8. Release the air pressure and remove the J 22794  from the spark plug port.
  9. Install the valve rocker arm. Refer to Valve Rocker Arm and Push Rod Replacement .
  10. Install the spark plug. Refer to SPARK PLUGS .
    Fig 3: J 38606
    G01702655Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.