Valve Seals: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Ford Focus. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Valve stem seal installation sleeve.

Fig 1: Installing Valve Stem Seal Sleeve
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Using the special tool, install the valve stem oil seals.

Fig 2: Installing Valve Stem Oil Seals
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NOTE: Check the seating of the valve collets.

Fig 3: Installing Valve Springs

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Using the special tools, install the valve springs.
- Insert the valve springs and the valve spring retainers.
- Compress the valve springs and install the valve collets using some grease and a small screwdriver.

NOTE: Do not tighten the spark plug at this stage.

Disconnect the compressed air supply and screw in the spark plug.
Repeat appropriate steps for all the other cylinders.
Coat the valve tappets with engine oil and insert them.
Install the camshafts. For additional information, refer to CAMSHAFTS .