Disassembly And Assembly: Assembly
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 Infiniti QX60. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install valve guide (if removed). Refer to INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY .
- Install valve seat (if removed). Refer to INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY .
- Install valve oil seals using Tool.
Tool number : KV10115600 (J-38958) Height (H) (Without valve spring seat installed) Intake and exhaust : 14.3 - 14.9 mm (0.563 - 0.587 in) - Install valve spring seat.
- Install valves.
- Install it in the original position.NOTE:
Larger diameter valves are for intake side.
- Install it in the original position.
- Install valve spring (uneven pitch type) with narrow pitch end (paint mark) to cylinder head side (valve spring seat side).
- Install valve spring retainer.
- Install valve collet.
- Compress valve spring using Tool, attachment and adapter. Install valve collet with magnet hand.CAUTION:
Do not damage valve lifter bore.
- Tap valve stem edge lightly with plastic hammer after installation to check its installed condition.
Tool numbers : KV10109220 (-) : KV10116200 (J-26336-A) : KV10115900 (J-26336-20) - Compress valve spring using Tool, attachment and adapter. Install valve collet with magnet hand.
- Install valve lifter.
- Install it in the original position.
- Install spark plug tube.
- Press-fit spark plug tube as follows:
- Remove old liquid gasket on cylinder head mounting hole.
- Apply sealant to area within approximately 12 mm (0.47 in) from edge of spark plug tube press-fit side.
Use Genuine High Strength Locking Sealant or equivalent. Refer to RECOMMENDED CHEMICAL PRODUCTS AND SEALANTS .
- Press-fit spark plug tube so that its height (H) is as specified in using suitable tool.
Press-fit height (H) : 38.2 +0.9/- 0.5 mm (1.5 +0.035 / -0.020 in) CAUTION:- When press-fitting, take care not to deform spark plug tube.
- After press-fitting, wipe off liquid gasket protruding onto cylinder-head upper face.
- Install spark plug. Refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .