OEM 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Valve Stem Oil Seal

2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: What tools are required to service and repair the valve guide seal, replace the valve stem oil seal, and valve spring on 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo?

  A: The tasks of valve sealing repair and replacement of valve guide seal plus valve spring need both Spark Plug port adapter (part J22794) and valve spring compressor (part J38606). First take away the valve Rocker Arm. When the engine temperature is normal you should turn spark plugs 1 or 2 turns counterclockwise while also cleaning dust and dirt buildup around them. Insert the Spark Plug port adapter (J22794) into the Spark Plug hole and apply compressed air to keep the valves stationary while you attach an air hose to this adapter. The valve spring compressor (J38606) controls valve spring regardless so free up valve stem keys (225) manually and gradually loosen the valve spring with it. When the compressor tool is off take the valve guide seal (222), valve spring cap (224), and valve spring (223) in that order. Clean the valve spring compartment on the cylinder head then put in the new valve guide seal (222), and assemble the valve spring (223) and valve spring cap (224). Position the valve stem keys tightly into their valve stem grooves while keeping them wetted with grease through the valve spring compressor (J38606). Loosen the valve spring pressure by using the tool and then detach it while tapping the valve stem end with the plastic hammer if needed. After disconnecting compressed air from the tool, get the tool out of the Spark Plug port and rotate the Spark Plug at hand. Torque the plug to 15 nm (11 ft. Lbs.) and reinsert the valve Rocker Arm.