Valve stem seals, replacing: Removing

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1999 Volkswagen Jetta, 1998 Volkswagen Jetta, 1997 Volkswagen Jetta, 1996 Volkswagen Passat, and 1996 Volkswagen Jetta. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove camshaft, see CAMSHAFT, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .
Remove hydraulic lifters (do not interchange) and store with cam contact surface facing downward.
Bring piston of respective cylinder to TDC.
Fit 2036 adjustable rod and adjust mountings to height of studs.
Remove valve springs using VW541/1A lever and VW541/5 (or US5042) valve spring retainer.
NOTE: The valves are supported by the piston crown.

Fig 1: Removing Valve Springs Using VW541/1A Lever
Remove valve stem seals using 3047A slide hammer.

CAUTION: To prevent damaging the valve stem oil seals, always use the plastic fitting sleeve.

Fig 2: Removing Valve Stem Seals Using Slide Hammer