Assembly
REASSEMBLYHINT:
^ Thoroughly clean all parts to be assembled.
^ Before installing the parts, apply fresh 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. Mark the standard position away from the edge, onto spark plug tube.
Standard protrusion: 47.0 mm (1.850 inch)
b. Apply adhesive to the spark plug tube hole of the cylinder head.
Sealant: Part No.08833-00070, Adhesive 1324, THREE BOND 1324 or equivalent
c. Using a press, press in a new spark plug tube until there is 47.0 mm (1.850 inch) protruding from the camshaft bearing cap installation surface of the cylinder head.
NOTICE: Avoid pressing a new spark plug tube in too far by measuring the amount of protrusion while pressing.
2. INSTALL VALVES
a. Using Special Service Tool (SST), push in a new oil seal.
SST 09236-00101 (09236-15010)
HINT: Different oil seals are used for the intake and exhaust.
Code mark (Intake side only): "A"
b. Install these parts:
1) Valve
2) Spring seat
3) Valve spring
4) Spring retainer
c. Using SST, compress the valve spring and place the keepers around the valve stem.
SST 09202-70020 (09202-00010)
d. Using a plastic-faced hammer, lightly tap the valve stem tip to ensure a proper fit.
3. INSTALL VALVE LIFTERS AND SHIMS
a. Install the valve lifter and shim.
b. Check that the valve lifter rotates smoothly by hand.