Engine Overhaul Manual: Valve and Spring Removal - v8 40 46
ENGINE
OVERHAUL
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All engines
NOTE: RH cylinder head illustrated.
4. Using sequence shown, remove and discard
10 bolts securing cylinder head to cylinder
block.
5. Release cylinder head from 2 dowels and
remove cylinder head.
6. Remove and discard cylinder head gasket.
7. Repeat above procedures for remaining
cylinder head.
Valves and springs - remove
1. Remove spark plugs.
2. Using valve spring compressor LRT-12-034 or
a suitable alternative, compress valve spring.
3. Compress valve spring sufficiently to release
collets from valve spring cap.
4. Release spring compressor and remove
collets, valve, valve spring cap and valve
spring.
5. Repeat above operations for remaining valves.
NOTE: Keep valves, springs, caps and
collets in fitted order.
6. Remove and discard valve stem oil seals.