Valve Seat Replacement

When valve seat is removed, replace with oversized [0.5 mm (0.020 in)] valve seat.

1. Bore out old seat until it collapses. Boring should not continue beyond the bottom face of the seat recess in cylinder head. Set the machine depth stop to ensure this. Refer to [SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS ].
   CAUTION: Prevent scratching cylinder head by excessive boring.
2. Ream cylinder head recess diameter for service valve seat.
   Fig 1: Identifying Cylinder Head Recess Diameter

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   Oversize [0.5 mm (0.020 in)] 

   Intake: 37.000 - 37.016 mm (1.4567 - 1.4573 in) 

   Exhaust: 32.000 - 32.016 mm (1.2598 - 1.2605 in) 

   • Be sure to ream in circles concentric to the valve guide center. This will enable valve seat to fit correctly.
3. Heat cylinder head to 110° to 130°C (230° to 266°F) by soaking in heated oil.
   Fig 2: Heating Cylinder Head

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4. Provide valve seats cooled well with dry ice. Force fit valve seats into cylinder head.
   WARNING:

   • Cylinder head contains heat. When working, wear protective equipment to avoid getting burned.
   CAUTION:

   • Avoid directly touching cold valve seats.
5. Finish seat to the specified dimensions using suitable tool. Refer to [SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS ].
   Fig 3: Finishing Valve Seat Using Suitable Tool

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   CAUTION: When using valve seat cutter, firmly grip cutter handle with both hands. Then, press on the contacting surface all around the circumference to cut in a single drive. Improper pressure on the cutter or cutting many different times may result in staged valve seat.
6. Using compound, grind to adjust valve fitting.
7. Check again for normal contact.