XK-8 Coupe (X100) V8-4.0L (AJ26) (1998)
Valve Spring: Service and Repair
Cylinder Head Bank 1
Removal
1. Open the engine compartment and fit paintwork protection sheets.
2. Set the engine compartment cover to the service access position.
3. Open the driver's door, or both doors if necessary, to allow the side glass to drop. Ensure that the doors remain open until after the battery has been
disconnected.
4. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
Remove the battery cover.
5. Remove the Timing Cover. This operation includes draining the coolant from the radiator and removing the cam covers.
6. Remove the Intake Manifold. This operation includes depressurizing the fuel system and removing the throttle housing.
7. Remove the Cylinder Head and Gasket.
8. Remove the valve collets from the first valve.
Install the valve spring compressor 303-252 to the relevant spring.
Compress the spring and remove the collets.