FE350 ENGINE
Cylinder Head
Page 13-14 2001 Pioneer 900 Gasoline Vehicle Maintenance and Service Manual
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Valve Seat Inspection, Continued:
5. Pull the valve out, and check the mark on the valve head. It must be 0.0197 - 0.0433 inch (.50 - 1.10
mm) in width, and even all the way around the seat and valve (Figure 13-24, Page 13-15).
NOTE: The valve stem and guide must be in good condition or step 5 will not be valid.
6. If the valve seating surface is not correct, repair the seat.
7. Pitted or worn valve seats can be resurfaced. See Valve Seat Repair on page 13-14. Make sure to lap
the valves to the seats after refacing.
Valve Seat Repair
∆ CAUTION
• If you are unfamiliar with the following procedures, Club Car suggests that the cylinder head be taken
to a professional engine machine shop for reconditioning.
Figure 13-20 Valve Guide Removal
Figure 13-21 Valve Guide Installation
Figure 13-22 Ream Valve Guide
Figure 13-23 Rotate Valve against Valve Seat
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Coat guide
with light film
of engine oil
before driving
into head.
Coat valve seat
with prussian blue
before rotating
valve against valve
seat.
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