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Valve Spring - Compressor Sleeve

90suzuki05
Division: Automotive

Category: Technical
TSB No. TS 6-02 12050 (R)

Section Title: Tools and Equipment
SUBJECT: HYDRAULIC LIFTER BORE "PROTECIIVE SLEEVE" SPECIAL TOOL

MODEL: SWIFT GT

YEAR: ALL


CONDITION:
Scoring of the hydraulic lifter bore when compressing the valve springs.

CAUSE:
When removing the valve springs from the DOHC cylinder head, the valve spring compressor attachment may score the hydraulic lifter bore. If this occurs it will cause hydraulic pressure loss.



CORRECTION:
Insert the protective, sleeve before using the valve spring compressor.