Note! Considering that special tools are required to remove and inspect the head, it is recommended that you purchase a new or reconditioned component from an engine rebuilder. This may ultimately be cheaper than rebuilding the head yourself.
1. On 4-cylinder engines, remove the camshafts and lifters as described in Part A of this Section, then remove the cylinder head from the engine.
2. On 6-cylinder engines, remove the camshafts and lifters as described in Part B of this Section, then remove the cylinder head from the engine.
3. On all models, remove the valves one by one. To do this, compress the springs with a puller, remove the crackers, release the puller, remove the support cup and spring.
Using pliers, carefully remove the oil seal from the top of the guide bushing, then pull out the spring seat (see illustrations).
4. If the spring support cup does not release, tap it lightly with a mallet.
5. Remove the valve from the combustion chamber side (see illustration). It is very important to store each valve together with the keys, bearing cups and spring. Also store the valves in the correct sequence if they are to be reused.
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