C 2500 Truck 2WD V8-6.5L DSL Turbo VIN S (1997)
Valve Spring: Service and Repair
REMOVAL
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Tools Required
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J 26999-30 Compression Gauge Adapter
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J 26999-30 Compression Gauge Adapter
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J 38606 Valve Spring Compressor
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Or Equivalents
1. Remove the valve rocker arm covers.
2. Remove the valve rocker arm shaft with the valve rocker arms. Mark the assemblies so these can be returned to the original locations.
3. Remove the glow plugs. Refer to Powertrain Management.
4. Remove the valve keys.
5. Rotate the engine until the piston for the cylinder being serviced is at TDC.
6. Install the J 26999-10 or the J 26999-30 into the glow plug hole.
7. Apply compressed air to hold the valves in place. If the compressed air is released, the valves can drop into the cylinder.
