Q: What kind of tools will be required in the replacement of the Valve Stem Oil Seal and Valve Spring?
A:
The tools required include J 22794 Spark Plug Port Adapter, J 38606 Valve Spring Compressor, J 5892-D Valve Spring Compressor, and J 42073 Valve Stem Seal Installer.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
Q: What should be noted when removing the Valve Stem Oil Seal and Valve Spring?
A:
As compressed valve springs have high tension against the valve spring compressor, you shall use care when compressing or releasing the valve spring with the valve spring compressor and when removing or installing the valve stem keys.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
FAQ for Other Repair Info
Q: What kind of tools will be required in the replacement of the Valve Lifter?
A:
The tools required include J 3049-A Valve Lifter Remover.
Q: What is the proper way to install the Valve Stem Oil Seal and Valve Spring?
A:
The proper way is to install the valve stem oil seal, the Valve Spring, the valve spring cap, the valve stem O-ring seal, the valve stem keys, the spark plugs, the valve rocker arms, and the valve rocker arm cover.
Q: What should be noted when installing the Left Valve Rocker Arm Cover?
A:
You must not reuse the Valve Cover gasket or the valve rocker arm cover bolt grommets.