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For 1990-2009 cars only

Tools Required

J 8062 Valve Spring Compressor

  1. Remove the spark plugs.
  2. Remove the coolant temperature gauge sensor from the right cylinder head.

  3. Object Number: 34468  Size: SH
  4. Disassemble the valve keys as follows:
  5. 3.1. Compress the valve springs with the J 8062 .
    3.2. Remove the valve keys.
    3.3. Remove the J 8062 .

    Object Number: 35216  Size: SH
  6. Remove the caps, the springs, and the rotators.
  7. Remove the valve stem oil seals.
  8. Remove the valves.
  9. Place the valves in a rack to ensure that the valves are returned to the original locations at assembly.

  10. Remove the remaining valves and the components.