CR-V LX 2WD L4-1972cc 2.0L DOHC MFI (1998)
Valve Guide Seal: Service and Repair
Replacement (cylinder head removal not required)
The procedure shown below applies when using the in car valve spring compressor (Snap-on YA8845 with YA8845-2A 7/8 inch attachment). Use
approved eye protection.
1. Turn the crankshaft so that the No. 1 and the No. 4 pistons are at Top Dead Center (TDC).
2. Remove the cylinder head cover.
3. Remove the distributor.
4. Loosen and disconnect the timing belt from the camshaft pulleys.
5. Remove the camshaft holder bolts, then remove the camshaft holders, the camshafts and rocker arms.
Intake Valve Seals
6. Using the 6 mm bolts supplied with the tool, mount the two uprights to the cylinder head at the end camshaft holders. The uprights fit as shown.
7. Insert the cross shaft through the top hole of the two uprights.
8. Select the 7/8 inch diameter long compressor attachment, and fasten the attachment to the front hole of the lever arm with the speed pin supplied.
9. Position the piston at TDC, and insert an air adaptor into the spark plug hole. Pump air into the cylinder to keep the valve closed while
compressing the springs and removing the valve keepers.
10. Put shop towels over the oil passages to prevent the valve keepers from falling into the cylinder head.
