Valve Spring Assembly Removal
1. Use the valve spring compressor to compress the valve springs, and remove the valve spring keepers. Slowly release the
tool.
J8062 valve spring compressor shown on V6, V8 similar
Description SPX Part Number
KentāMoore valve spring compressor (cylinder head off the engine) J8062
2. Carefully release the valve spring compressor.
3. Remove the valve spring cap and valve spring.
IMPORTANT: Keep components together as a matched set. Mark and organize parts so that they can be installed in the
same location later.
4. Remove and discard the valve stem oil seal.
Typical valve stem oil seal
5. Repeat for each valve.
Engine Disassembly
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