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Valve - Valve Spring, Valve Spring Retainer And Valve Stem Seal: Installation

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CAUTION: If the valve has been damaged, removal will be necessary for repair.
  1. Remove the air pressure from the spark plug adapter and inspect the valve for damage. Rotate the valve and check the valve for eccentric movement during rotation.
  2. If the condition of the valve is satisfactory, apply SAE 5W-20 Motor Oil to the valve stem and hold the valve closed. Apply the air pressure within the cylinder.
  3. Lubricate valve and guides with SAE 5W-20 Motor Oil and using the special tool install the valve stem seals onto the cylinder head valve guides.
    Fig 1: Installing Valve Stem Seals Onto Cylinder Head Valve Guides
    G02170643Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  4. Place the valve spring in position over the valve and install the valve spring retainer.
  5. Using the special tools compress the valve spring and install the valve spring retainer keys.
    1. Remove the special tools.
    Fig 2: Installing Valve Spring Retainer Keys
    G02170644Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  6. Remove the air pressure.
  7. Remove the air line adapter.
  8. Install the valve tappets. Refer to VALVE TAPPETS .
  9. Install the spark plugs.
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