Repair Procedures: Disassembly

NOTE: Identify MLA, valves and valve springs as they are removed so that each item can be reinstalled in its original position.

Remove MLAs (A).

Fig 1: Identifying MLA
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Remove valves.
1. Using SST (09222-3K000, 09222-3C300), compress the valve spring and remove retainer lock.
  
  Fig 2: Compressing Valve Spring
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2. Remove the spring retainer.
3. Remove the valve spring.
4. Remove the valve.
5. Using SST (09222-29000), remove the valve stem seal.
  
  Fig 3: Removing Valve Stem Seal
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  NOTE: Do not reuse old valve stem seals.
Remove OCV (A).

Fig 4: Identifying OCV
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