Aztek V6-3.4L VIN E (2001)
Valve Guide Seal: Service and Repair
Valve Stem Oil Seal and Valve Spring Replacement
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Tools Required
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J 22794 Spark Plug Port Adapter
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J 38606 Valve Spring Compressor
Removal Procedure
Important:
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Before you remove the valve keys, rotate the engine so that the piston in the cylinder you are working on is at (TDC) top dead center. This will
eliminate the possibility of the valve accidentally falling inside the cylinder.
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Do not loosen or remove the spark plug when the engine is hot.
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Loosen the spark plug, and clean any dirt and debris from the spark plug recess area before removing.
1. Remove the spark plug.
2. Install the J22794 into the spark plug port. Apply compressed air in order to hold the valves in place.
3. Remove the rocker arm.
4. Compress the valve spring with the J 38606.
5. Remove the valve keys.
6. Remove the valve cap.
7. Remove the valve spring.
8. Inspect the valve spring for damage. Replace the spring if it is damaged.
9. Remove the spring seat valve stem oil seal.
Installation Procedure
