OEM 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier Valve Stem Oil Seal

2001 Chevrolet Cavalier Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to service and repair the valve guide seal, replace the valve stem oil seal, and valve spring on 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier?

  A: The work starts with removing the valve Rocker Arm cover to perform Valve Stem Oil Seal servicing and replace Valve Stem Oil Seal along with valve spring. Let the engine cool down before handling the Spark Plug to avoid hurting both components. Place all valve train parts in order while the Spark Plug remains removed. Take out the Rocker Arm and Pushrod from the engine cylinder you will fix. Put the Spark Plug port adapter (J23590) into the Spark Plug opening then blow air to keep the valves secure. Use the valve spring compressor (J5892-D) to compress the valve spring then take off its locks and cap before releasing the compressor slowly. Get rid of the spring assembly alongside its parts including oil seal and spring seat. First put the spring seat into position then insert a new Valve Stem Oil Seal above it. After placing both pieces use the valve spring compressor (J5892-D) to reduce valve spring pressure. Secure the valve locks onto the valve stem by placing them at the top groove and adding grease to keep them from sliding before removing the valve compressor. Put the valve locks into position and let go of the valve spring compressor (J5892-D) tool before taking out the Spark Plug port adapter (J23590). After putting in the Spark Plug firmly at 15 nm nut rotation next put the Rocker Arm and Pushrod pieces then top it off with the valve Rocker Arm cover.