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8.
Remove spark plugs.
9.
Remove cylinder head holding nuts and bolts
as follows:
a. Loosen each nu t and b o l t # turn , observing
the torque sequence.
b. Remove the cylinder head holding nuts
first.
c. Note location of larger washers
on
t w o (2)
center exhaust studs.
CYLINDER
HOLDING NUTS
10.
Remove cylinder head. Remove cylinder. It
may
be necessary t o tap each lightly w i th a
soft hammer.
B. Cylinder Head Disassembly
1.
Remove valve lifters and pads. Place each lifter
in a box that identifies the location o f each
lifter.
CAUTION:
in their original locations.
Lifters must always be installed
2. Install the valve spring compressor (special
tool). Remove the valve keepers b y using a mag-
net. Remove the retainer and valve springs.
NOTE:
The valve springs are progressively
wound. The more tightly wound end is placed
down against the cylinder head.
3.
Remove valves.
NOTE:
Deburr any deformed valve stem end.
Use an oil stone t o smooth the stem end. This
will help prevent damage t o the valve guide
during valve removal.