Disassembly

1. Remove valve lifters and shims.

NOTE: Store the valve lifters and shims in correct order.






2. Remove valves as follows:
(a) Using valve spring compressor Special Service Tool (SST) No. 09202-70020, or equivalent, compress the valve spring and remove the 2 keepers.
(b) Remove the spring retainer, valve spring, valve and spring seat.
NOTE: Store the valves, valve springs, spring seats and spring retainers in correct order.

(c) Using needle-nose pliers, remove the oil seal.






3. Remove engine hangers.
4. Remove The Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) sensor and temperature gauge sender.
5. Remove throttle cable bracket and ground strap.
6. Remove the 8 EGR cooler bolts, then the cooler and gasket.