GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Tools Required

    • J 8062 Valve Spring Compressor
    • J 43184 Valve Spring Compressor Adaptor

    Caution: Refer to Safety Glasses Caution in the Preface section.

    Important: Ensure that the valve train components are kept together and identified in order for proper re-installation in their original position.


    Object Number: 235535  Size: SH
  1. Compress the valve spring. Use the J 8062 .

  2. Object Number: 262011  Size: SH
  3. Remove the valve keepers. Use the J 43184  (2).

  4. Object Number: 235534  Size: SH
  5. Slowly release the J 8062 from the valve spring assembly.
  6. Remove the retainer (4).
  7. Remove the spring (3).
  8. Remove the spring seats (2).

  9. Object Number: 234554  Size: SH

    Notice: Do not damage the valve guide. Remove any burrs that have formed at the key groove by chamfering the valve stem with an oil stone or a file.

  10. Remove the valve seal.
  11. Remove the valve.
  12. Remove the remaining valve springs and valves.