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For 1990-2009 cars only

Tools Required

J 8062 Valve Spring Compressor

  1. Remove the spark plugs from the cylinder head.
  2. Use J 8062 in order to compress the valve springs.
  3. Remove the valve stem keys.
  4. Remove the cap from the valve.
  5. Remove the valve spring.
  6. Remove the valve stem oil seal.
  7. Remove the valve.
  8. Place the valves in a rack in the proper sequence so that the you can install them in the same order.

  9. Remove the valve spring seat.

  10. Object Number: 3692  Size: SH
  11. Install the valve spring seat. Lubricate the valve spring seat with engine oil in order to make assembly easier.

  12. Object Number: 3688  Size: SH
  13. Install the new valve stem oil seal.

  14. Object Number: 3689  Size: SH
  15. Set the valve spring in place.

  16. Object Number: 3690  Size: SH
  17. Set the valve spring retainer in place
  18. Use J 8062 in order to compress the valve springs.

  19. Object Number: 3691  Size: SH
  20. Install the valve keepers.
  21. Remove theJ 8062 , being careful to make sure the keepers are seated in groove on the valve stem.
  22. Install the rocker arms. Refer to Valve Rocker Arm Installation.
  23. Install the rocker arm cover. Refer to Valve Rocker Arm Cover Installation