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Valve Spring, Retainer, and Seal: Removal

  1. Remove the valve tappets. For additional information, refer to VALVE TRAIN COMPONENTS - EXPLODED VIEW  and VALVE TAPPET .
  2. Remove the spark plug. For additional information, refer to ENGINE IGNITION .
  3. Position the piston for the cylinder being serviced at the top of its stroke and pressurize the cylinder with compressed air.
  4. Using the special tool, compress the valve spring and remove the retainer keys.
    Fig 1: Identifying Special Tool And Retainer Keys
    G04690374Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Remove the valve spring.
    1. Remove the retainer.
    2. Remove the valve spring.
      Fig 2: Identifying Valve Spring And Retainer
      G04690375Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Remove and discard the valve stem seal.
    Fig 3: Locating Valve Stem Seal
    G04690376Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
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