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Removal Procedure

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  1. Remove the rocker arms. Refer to Valve Rocker Arm Replacement - Left Side .
  2. Remove the starter motor. Refer to Starter Replacement (LF1) or Starter Replacement (LAU) .
    3. Fig 1: Identifying Special Tool - EN 46106
    GM945978Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: If the EN-46106:  tool is not installed, the crankshaft may rotate. If the crankshaft rotates, disassembly and reassembly of the entire camshaft timing system may be required.
  3. Install the EN-46106:  tool in order to prevent crankshaft rotation.
  4. Remove the spark plug from the applicable cylinder. Refer to Spark Plug Replacement .
  5. Install the EN-39313:  adapter to the applicable cylinder.
  6. Connect the EN-39313:  adapter to a compressed air source.
    7. Fig 2: View Of Installed Valve Spring Compressor Tool
    GM1338337Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install the EN-46110:  compressor above the applicable cylinder as shown.
  8. Tighten the EN-46110:  compressor nut (2).
    9. Fig 3: View Of Valve Spring Keepers
    GM902903Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Remove the valve keepers.
  10. Loosen the EN-46110:  compressor nut.
  11. Remove the valve spring retainer.
    12. Fig 4: View Of Valve Spring
    GM902899Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  12. Remove the valve spring.
    13. Fig 5: Identifying Special Tool - EN-46116 & Valve Stem Seal
    GM1338340Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  13. Use the EN-46116:  remover/installer (1) in order to remove the valve stem seal (2).
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