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The intake and exhaust springs are NOT interchangeable. Make the springs accordingly for installation. Correctly identify the part numbers for new springs being installed.
- Remove the variable valve actuator assembly. Refer to ASSEMBLY, VARIABLE VALVE ACTUATION, REMOVAL .
- Remove the exhaust camshaft. Refer to REMOVAL
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If the rocker arms are to be reused, identify their positions so that they can be reassembled into their original locations.
- Remove the rocker arm(s). Refer to REMOVAL .
- Install the (special tool #10224, Adapter, Valve Spring) (2) on the (special tool #MD998772A, Compressor, Valve Spring) (1).NOTE:
Number 3 cylinder exhaust valve spring compression shown, all other valves similar.
- Remove the spark plug. Refer to SPARK PLUG, REMOVAL .
- Install the (special tool #MD998772A, Compressor, Valve Spring) (1) onto the cylinder head.
- Install a spark plug adapter attached to the (special tool #2049200090, Regulator, Pressure Test) (2). Pressurize the cylinder being serviced to 620.5 - 689 kPa (90 - 100 psi) to hold the valves in place.NOTE:
Number 3 cylinder exhaust valve spring compression shown, all other valves similar.
CAUTION:Air pressure must be maintained as long as the valve springs are removed to prevent the valves from dropping into the cylinders.
- Using the (special tool #10224, Adapter, Valve Spring) (2), compress valve spring (4) and remove valve retaining locks (3).NOTE:
The intake and exhaust springs are NOT interchangeable. Make the springs accordingly for installation. Correctly identify the part numbers for new springs being installed.
NOTE:If the springs are to be reused, identify their positions so that they can be reassembled into their original locations.
NOTE:Number 2 cylinder exhaust valve spring shown, all other valve springs similar.
- Release the valve spring compression and remove the valve spring retainer (1) and valve spring (2).
- If required, remove the valve guide seal. Refer to REMOVAL .