GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Tools Required

    • J 8062 Valve Spring Compressor
    • J 43184 Valve Spring Compressor Adaptor
    • J 36017 Valve Guide Seal Remover

    Important: Ensure that the valve train components are kept together and identified in order for proper re-installation in their original position.

    Caution: Wear safety glasses in order to avoid eye damage.


    Object Number: 615897  Size: SH
  1. Use the J 8062 and the J 43184 valve spring adapter and compress the valve spring.

  2. Object Number: 262011  Size: SH
  3. Remove the valve keepers (1).
  4. Slowly release the J 8062 from the valve spring assembly.
  5. Remove the retainer.
  6. Remove the spring.
  7. Remove the spring seats.

  8. Object Number: 615900  Size: SH

    Notice: Do not damage the valve guide. Remove any burrs that have formed at the key groove by chamfering the valve stem with an oil stone or a file.

  9. Remove the valve seal (2). Use the J 36017 .

  10. Object Number: 615901  Size: SH
  11. Remove the valve (2).
  12. Remove the remaining valves.