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Valve Stem Seals Chrysler Crossfire I final

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Note. Valves with nicked or burred stems must be replaced.

Note. The tools used in these valve stem seal procedures are part of Special Tool 9106 Valve Assembly Tool Case.

Scheme 47

Scheme 47: VALVE STEM SEALS
  1. Lubricate the new seal (3) with clean engine oil.
  2. Install the protective sleeve (2) over the valve stem.
  3. Press the new seal over the sleeve on to the valve stem using the seal pliers (1).
  4. Remove the protective sleeve (2).
  5. Install the valve spring seat (4), valve spring (3), and the valve spring retainer (2).
  6. Compress the valve spring using the assembly tool (1).
  7. Install the valve stem collets with the valve spring compressed.
  8. Release the valve spring slowly.
  9. Be sure that the collets are seated in the valve spring retainer.
  10. Remove the assembly tool. NOTE: Perform this procedure on one cylinder at a time.
  11. Repeat the procedure for each valve that is to be serviced.
  12. Remove Special Tool 9102 Flywheel Locking Tool (1).
  13. Install the starter. Refer to «INSTALLATION»(ref-306562-S22126829442008121700000) .
  14. Install the camshafts. See «INSTALLATION»(ref-306563-S40405499522008121700000) .