GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes
🢒
Chevrolet
🢒
2003
🢒
Malibu
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Engine
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Engine Mechanical - 3.1L
🢒 Valve Stem Oil Seal and Valve Spring Replacement
Tools Required
•
J 22794
Spark Plug Port Adapter
•
J 5892-D
Valve Spring Compressor
•
J 38606
Valve Spring Compressor
Removal Procedure
Remove the spark plugs. Refer to
Spark Plug Replacement
in Engine Controls.
Remove the rocker arms. Refer to
Valve Rocker Arm and Push Rod Replacement
.
Install the
J 22794
to the spark plug port.
Apply compressed air in order to hold the valves in place.
Compress the valve spring using the
J 5892-D
or the
J 38606
.
Measure the following items:
•
The valve locks
•
The valve cap
•
The valve spring
Remove the valve stem oil seal.
Installation Procedure
Install the valve stem oil seal. Use the plastic sleeve provided. Press the oil seal over the valve guide boss.
Assemble the following items:
•
The spring seat
•
The valve spring
•
The valve cap
Compress the valve spring using the
J 38606
or the
J 5892-D
.
Install the valve locks. Hold the valve locks in place with grease if needed.
Release the valve spring. Ensure that the valve locks are seated.
Install the rocker arms. Refer to
Valve Rocker Arm and Push Rod Replacement
.
Install the spark plugs. Refer to
Spark Plug Replacement
in Engine Controls.