Removal And Installation: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2020 Jeep Renegade. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE:

The intake and exhaust springs are NOT interchangeable. Mark the springs accordingly for installation. Correctly identify the part numbers for new springs being installed.

Remove the cylinder head. Refer to CYLINDER HEAD, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .

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Install the (special tool #10224, Adapter, Valve Spring) (2) on the (special tool #MD998772A, Compressor, Valve Spring) (1).

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NOTE:
No. 3 intake valve spring compression shown, all other valves similar.
Install the (special tool #MD998772A, Compressor, Valve Spring) (1) onto the cylinder head.
Place a cushion of foam padding or a ball of rags in the dome area of the cylinder head to hold the valves in place during the retaining lock removal process.

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NOTE:
Number 3 cylinder exhaust valve spring compression shown, all other similar.
Using the (special tool #10224, Adapter, Valve Spring) (2), compress valve spring (4) and remove valve retaining locks (3).

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NOTE:
The intake and exhaust springs are NOT interchangeable. Mark 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.
Release the valve spring compression and remove the valve spring retainer (1) and valve spring (2).

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CAUTION:
Before removing the valves, remove any burrs from the valve stem retainer lock grooves (2) and stem tip (1) to prevent damage to the valve guides.
Remove the valve(s). Identify each valve to ensure installation in the original location.

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If required, remove the valve guide seal (2).