Valve Guide Installation

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Assemble the SSTs so that depth L is as specified.
Depth L
1. 18.3-18.9 mm {0.721-0.744 in}
  
  Fig 1: Assembling SST To Depth L
  Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Tap the valve guide in from the side opposite the combustion chamber until the SST contacts the cylinder head.
Verify that the valve guide projection height (dimension) is as specified.
Standard Height
1. 18.3-18.9 mm {0.721-0.744 in}
  
  Fig 2: Measuring Valve Guide Projection Height
  Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.