Corvette V8-6.2L (2008)
7. Remove the valve stem keys (1).
8. Carefully release the valve spring tension.
9. Remove the J 38606 .
10. Remove the valve spring cap (2).
11. Remove the valve spring (3).
12. Remove the valve stem oil seal and shim (4).
Installation Procedure
1. Clean the cylinder head valve spring seat and/or shim area.
2. Install the valve stem oil seal and shim (2).
Important: The valve stem oil seal alignment and position on the valve guide is critical.
An improperly installed valve stem oil seal may lead to excessive oil consumption, and increased vehicle emissions .
3. Install the valve stem oil seal onto the guide.
1. Lubricate the valve guide and valve stem oil seal with clean engine oil.
2. Install the valve stem oil seal onto the valve stem. Push the seal down until the seal contacts the valve guide.
