Assembly

REASSEMBLY

HINT:
- Thoroughly clean all parts to be assembled.
- Before installing the parts, apply new engine oil to all sliding and rotating surfaces.
- Replace all gaskets and oil seals with new ones.

1. INSTALL SPARK PLUG TUBES

HINT: When using a new cylinder head, spark plug tubes must be installed.





a. Apply adhesive to the end of the spark plug tube.
Adhesive: Part No. 08833-00070, THREE BOND 1324 or equivalent





b. Using a wooden block and hammer, tap in a new spark tube until there is 48.4 - 49.6 mm (1.906 - 1.953 inch) protruding from the camshaft bearing cap installation surface of the cylinder head.

NOTICE: Avoid tapping a new spark plug tube in too far by measuring the amount of the protrusion while tapping.

2. INSTALL VALVES





a. Using SST, push in a new oil seal.
SST 09201-41020





HINT: The intake valve oil seal is brown and the exhaust valve oil seal is gray.





b. Install these parts:
1) Install the valve.
2) Install the spring Seat.
3) Install the valve spring.
4) Install the spring retainer.





c. Using SST, compress the valve spring and place the 2 keepers around the valve stem.
SST 09202-70020 (09202-00010)





d. Using a plastic-faced hammer and the valve stem (not in use) tip wound with vinyl tape, lightly tap the valve stem tip to assure proper fit.

NOTICE: Be careful not to damage the valve stem tip.

3. INSTALL VALVE LIFTERS AND SHIMS
a. Install the valve lifter and shim.
b. Check that the valve lifter rotates smoothly toy hand.