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Repair Procedures: Disassembly

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NOTE: Identify MLA (Mechanical lash adjuster), valves, valve springs as they are removed so that each item can be reinstalled in its original position.
  1. Remove the MLAs (A).
    Fig 1: Locating MLA
    G11822965Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    NOTE: When removing MLAs, mark all the MLAs for their rearrangement.
  2. Remove the valves.
    1. Using the SST (09222-3K000, 09222-3K100), compress the valve spring and remove the retainer lock.
      Fig 2: Compressing Valve Spring Using SST (09222-3K000, 09222-3K100)
      G11822966Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    2. Remove the spring retainer.
    3. Remove the spring.
    4. Remove the valve.
    5. Remove the valve stem seal.
    6. Using a magnetic pickup tool, remove the spring seat.
      NOTE: Do not reuse the valve stem seals.
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