Installation

NOTICE: Before each valve stem seal is installed, lubricate the valve stem with clean engine oil and guide. If a valve stem seal is removed, it must be discarded.






1. Inspect valve stem for scratches, scores and scuffs. Spray the valve stem and guides with clean lubricating oil to remove any debris that may be present on valve stem and on top of guide.





2. Oil the valve guide and valve stem with clean engine oil. Install valve stem oil seal with installation tool SA9102E-A.

NOTICE: If a valve stem seal is removed after it has been installed, it must be discarded. The valve stem lock groove will cut the seal's lip during removal. Use extreme care when installing valve seals; do not damage valve stems.

3. Install valve spring and cap.

NOTICE: Use extreme care when installing valve spring retainers and do not scratch the valve stem.

4. Compress valve spring and install retainers.
5. Remove service tool SA9124E and spark plug adapter.
6. Refer to the SOHC (L24) cylinder head assembly procedures for installation of rocker arm assemblies, rocker cover, spark plugs and wires.