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Cylinder Head (II) Disassembly/Assembly

CYLINDER HEAD (ll) DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY





1. Disassemble in the order indicated in the table.
2. Assemble in the reverse order of disassembly.

Valve Keeper Disassembly Note





- Remove the valve keepers using the SSTs.

Valve Seal Disassembly Note





- Remove the valve seal using the SST

Thermostat Assembly Note





1. Install the thermostat with the jiggle pin facing upward.
2. Install the new gasket with the printed side facing the cylinder head.

Valve Seal Assembly Note

Caution: The shape of the valve seal Is different on the IN side and EX side. If the valve seal Is Installed Incorrectly, the valve can become burnt and damaged. Install the valve seal correctly.





Note: There are two notches on the EX side.





1. Assemble the SSTs so that depth L is as specified.
Depth L 15.1 mm (0.59 inch)
2. Press the valve seal onto the valve guide by hand.





3. Tap the SSTs using a plastic hammer until its lower end touches the cylinder head.

Valve Spring Assembly Note





- Install the valve spring with the closer pitch toward the cylinder head.

Valve Keeper Assembly Note





- Install the valve keeper using the SSTs.