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2.2.4 Cylinder Head And Valves (Continued)
2.2.4.f Tappets
1. Remove the tappets (1) from the crankcase.
2. Visually check the tappets for any abnormal camshaft
contact wear pattern. If unusual wear/damage has
occurred, replace the tappet.
3. Coat the tappets with engine oil before reinstalling
them back into the crankcase.
NOTE
The tappets must always be reinstalled in their
original bores.
2.2.4.g Valves
1. Remove the valve caps (2).
2. Remove the valve spring collet (3), pushing the valve
spring retainer (4) by the valve spring compressor (1).
3. Remove the valve spring retainer (4), valve spring (5)
and valve stem seal (6).
4. Remove the valve (7).
When Reassembling
Clean the valve stem and the valve guide. Apply engine
oil to the valve stem when reassembling.
After installing the valve spring collets (3), lightly tap the
stem with a plastic hammer to assure the collets have
seated on the valve stem.
NOTE
When re--installing valves into the cylinder
head, make sure that they are re--installed in
their original location.