L200 L4-2.2L VIN F (2002)
Valve Spring: Service and Repair
VALVE SPRING AND STEM SEAL REPLACEMENT (IN-VEHICLE)
TOOLS REQUIRED
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J43649 Valve Spring Compressor
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SA9 102E-A Valve Seal Remover/Replacer
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SA9 127E Gauge Bar Set
REMOVAL
1. Remove spark plugs, cam cover and camshaft.
NOTICE: During the camshaft removal procedure, the pistons are locked by Camshaft Support holding tool J43655 and should not be rotated.
2. Install Valve Spring Compressor J43649 Use four (4) cam cover bolts to mount the supports to cam cover threaded holes.
Torque:
Cam Cover Bolts-to-Hold Valve Spring Compressor J43649: 10 Nm (89 inch lbs.)
3. Install spark plug adapter from Gauge Bar Set SA9127E in the respective cylinder
NOTICE: Care should be used when servicing the valve spring, retainer and valve. If air pressure is lost, the valve(s) will drop into the cylinder.
4. Pressurize cylinder being serviced to 690 kPa (100 psi).
5. Position compressor assembly cover over valve spring to be removed and turn T-handle to compress spring.
