Disassembly and Assembly: Disassembly
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Infiniti QX56. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the spark plug. Refer to "REMOVAL ".
- Remove the valve lifter.
- Identify the installation positions, and store them without mixing them up.
- Remove the valve collet using Tool.
- Tool number: KV10116200 (J-26336-B)
- : KV10115900 (J-26336-20)
- : KV10109220 ( - )
CAUTION: When working, take care not to damage valve lifter holes. - Tool number: KV10116200 (J-26336-B)
- Remove the valve spring retainer, valve spring and valve spring seat.
- Inspect the valve guide clearance. Refer to "VALVE GUIDE CLEARANCE ".
- Push the valve stem to the combustion chamber side, and remove the valve.
- Identify the installation positions, and store them without mixing them up.
- Remove the valve oil seal using Tool.
- Tool number: KV10107902 (J-38959)
- Replace the valve seat if necessary. Refer to "VALVE SEAT REPLACEMENT ".
- Replace the valve guide if necessary. Refer to "VALVE SEAT REPLACEMENT ".
- Remove the spark plug tube, as necessary.
- Remove the spark plug tube out of the cylinder head using suitable toolCAUTION:
- Do not damage the cylinder head.
- Do not remove the spark plug tube unless absolutely necessary. Once removed, the spark plug tube will be deformed and cannot be reused.
- Remove the spark plug tube out of the cylinder head using suitable tool