Assembly Note

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Fig 1: Installing Valves

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NOTE:

If installing the original valves, make sure the valves are installed in the same position from which they were removed. Coat the valve stems with clean SAE 5W-20 motor oil or equivalent.

Install the valves.

Fig 2: Identifying Installing Valve Stem Seal Replacer (SST)
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NOTE:
- Use the seal protector provided with the replacement kit to prevent damage to the valve stem seals.
Lubricate valve and guides with clean SAE 5W-20 motor oil or equivalent and using the valve stem seal replacer SST , install the valve stem seals onto the cylinder head valve guides.
Place the valve spring in position over the valve and install the valve spring retainer.

Fig 3: Identifying Valve Spring Compressor Set (SST)
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Using the valve spring compressor set SST and valve spring compressor SST , compress the valve spring and install the valve spring retainer keys.
- Remove the special tools.
Fig 4: Identifying Tappet
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NOTE:
- Be sure to install the tappets in the same location as they were removed from.
Install the 16 tappets.

Fig 5: CHT Sensor With Torque Specification
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Install the CHT sensor.

Fig 6: Spark Plugs With Torque Specifications
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Install the spark plugs.

Fig 7: EGR Valve Bolt With Torque Specifications
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Install the EGR valve and gasket.

Fig 8: Coolant Outlet Pipe Bolt With Torque Specification
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Install the coolant outlet pipe and gasket.

Fig 9: Rear Lifting Eye Bracket Bolt With Torque Specifications
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install the rear lifting eye and front lifting eye bracket.