OEM 2007 Cadillac XLR Rocker Shaft Spring Kit

2007 Cadillac XLR Rocker Shaft Spring Kit Parts and Q&A

• Q: How to replace the Rocker Shaft Spring Kit and Valve Stem Oil Seal on the right side on 2007 Cadillac XLR?

  A: The valve stem oil seal and valve spring replacement on the right side begins by taking out both right camshafts and the Starter motor. Next you need to install the en 46326 flywheel holder. Before working on the Cylinder Head clean its Spark Plug recess area to stop any dirt from getting inside. Then remove the Spark Plug from the service cylinder. Start by positioning the j 44211 base plate on top of the Spark Plug hole before you insert the j 39313 through the hole while continuously applying compressed air through the valve retention hole. Embed the j 44211 arm and swivel nut onto each valve stud while keeping swivel nut torque just sufficient for lock access. Use a magnet to remove valve stem locks followed by swivel nut loosening so you can swing away the arm to extract the valve spring retainer and valve spring. Use the j 38820 tool to remove the old valve stem seal when replacement becomes necessary. Use clean engine oil to lubricate both the valve stem and the new seal before installing it into place by twisting and pushing with the j 38820. Swing the j 44211 arm holding the valve spring retainer and valve spring into position before tightening the swivel nut just enough to allow access to the valve locks. Use a magnet to position the valve locks before removing the swivel nut and arm from j 44211. Release the air pressure before removing the j 39313 tool from the Spark Plug hole and removing the base plate of the j 44211 . Install the Spark Plug then repeat the installation sequence for the other cylinders while replacing the right camshafts and taking out the en 46326 flywheel holder to begin Starter motor installation.