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In-Vehicle Repair: Valves: Removal

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    NOTE: Lay the cylinder head down on a clean support on the workbench.
  1. Remove the cylinder head.
    2. NOTE: Insert wooden wedges in the combustion chamber recesses in the cylinder head so that the valves are held in place for removal.
    Fig 1: Inserting Wooden Wedges In Combustion Chamber Recesses In Cylinder Head
    G04034952Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Remove the valve.
    1. Compress the valve spring.
    2. Remove the valve collets.
    3. NOTE: Keep all parts in order.
  3. Remove the valve springs.
  4. Remove the valve stem oil seal.
    1. Insert the special tool.
    2. Turn the special tool clockwise and pull it out.
    Fig 2: Removing Valve Stem Oil Seal
    G04034953Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Repeat the removal steps for the remaining valves.
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