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Valve Seats: Replacement

  1. To replace valve seats, cut inner face of valve seat to weaken wall. Remove valve seat. Machine cylinder head to proper dimension. See OVERSIZE VALVE SEAT SPECIFICATIONS  table.
  2. Heat cylinder head to 480°F (250°C) and press replacement seat in cylinder head. Valve seat height should be within specification. Cut valve seat to proper angle and obtain correct seat width.
OVERSIZE VALVE SEAT SPECIFICATIONS

Size Mark Seat Size: In. (mm) Cyl. Head Bore: In. (mm) Seat Height: In. (mm)
1.8L
Intake Valve
30 .012 (.30) N/A .276-.283 (7.0-7.2)
60 .024 (.60) N/A .287-.295 (7.3-7.5)
Exhaust Valve
30 .012 (.30) N/A .291-.299 (7.4-7.6)
60 .024 (.60) N/A .303-.311 (7.7-7.9)
2.0L
Intake Valve
30 .012 (.30) 1.744-1.745 (44.30-44.33) .311-.319 (7.90-8.10)
60 .024 (.60) 1.756-1.757 (44.60-44.63) .323-.331 (8.20-8.40)
Exhaust Valve
30 .012 (.30) 1.508-1.509 (38.30-38.33) .311-.319 (7.90-8.10)
60 .024 (.60) 1.520-1.521 (38.60-38.63) .323-.331 (8.20-8.40)