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Removal Procedure

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  1. Remove the valve rocker arms. Valve Rocker Arm Replacement - Right Side (LGX) 
  2. Remove the starter. Starter Replacement (LGX) .
  3. Fig 1: Flywheel Holder
    GM4117498Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    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.

  4. Install the EN-46106  tool (1) in order to prevent crankshaft rotation.
  5. Remove the spark plug from the applicable cylinder. Spark Plug Replacement (LGX)
  6. Install the EN-39313  adapter to the applicable cylinder.
  7. Connect the EN-39313  adapter to a compressed air source.
  8. Fig 2: Valve Spring Compressor
    GM4166262Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  9. Install the EN-46335-A  compressor (1) above the applicable cylinder as shown.
  10. Tighten the EN-46335-A  compressor bolt (2)
  11. Remove the valve keepers (3)
  12. Loosen the EN-46335-A  compressor bolt and remove the compressor.
  13. Fig 3: Valve Spring And Retainer
    GM4166266Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  14. Remove Valve Spring Retainer (1)
  15. Remove Valve Spring (2)
  16. Fig 4: Valve Stem Seal Remover/Installer
    GM4166267Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  17. Use the EN-46116  remover/installer (1) in order to remove the valve stem seal (2)