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Rover Rover 600 Repair Manual - Volumes 1 and 2 - 2nd Edition03 · Engine
03 · Engine

Refit (page 2 of 2)

Make
Rover
Model
600 Rover 600 Repair Manual - Volumes 1 and 2 - 2nd Edition
Section
Cylinder head/valve train: repairs
EngineRefit · page 2 of 2
  1. Install the valve spring seats before installing the valve seals.
  2. Replace all valve seals.
  3. Place the end of valve spring with closely wound coils toward cylinder head.
Diagram showing a plastic mallet tapping valve stems on a cylinder head assembly
  1. A Plastic mallet
  2. B Valve stems
  1. When installing valves in cylinder head, coat valve stems with oil before inserting into valve guides, and make sure valves move up and down smoothly.
  2. When valves and springs are in place, lightly tap the end of each valve stem two or three times with a plastic mallet to ensure proper seating of valve and valve keepers.

CAUTION: Tap the valve stem only along its axis so you do not bend the stem.

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