OEM 2008 Cadillac XLR Rocker Shaft Spring Kit

2008 Cadillac XLR Rocker Shaft Spring Kit Parts and Q&A

• Q: What tools are required to service and repair the Rocker Shaft Spring Kit and Valve Stem Oil Seal on the left side on 2008 Cadillac XLR?

  A: To service and repair valve stem oil seal and valve spring on the left side you will need to the following tools: j 38820 (Valve Stem Seal Installer), j 39313 (Spark Plug Port Adapter), j 44211 (On-Vehicle Valve Spring Compressor), and en 46326 (Flywheel Holder). Start by breaking off the left camshafts and Starter motor. Install the en 46326 flywheel holder using an intensive clean of the Spark Plug recess area before to unplug the Spark Plug. Remove the Spark Plug and mount the base plate of the j 44211 onto the Spark Plug hole, then the j 39313 in the Spark Plug hole, keeping the constant air pressure to maintain the valve closed. Shadeed unit fit arm and swivel nut to the corresponding stud of valve shutting down the nut only to a point at which it could be accessed to locate the locks of the valve. After you remove the valve locks using a magnet, unscrew the swivel nut and then swing the arm away to unscrew the valve spring retainer and valve spring. The valve stem seal should not be stepped out unless it is needs replacement; use the j 38820, grip and twist off the old seal. Apply clean engine oil to lubricate the valve stem and the inner diameter of new seal, and insert the new valve stem seal with the help of the j 38820. Replace the valve spring and retain then swing the arm over the retainer and screw the swivel nut to allow for access of the valve locks. Place into position the valve locks using a magnet and grease when necessary, after which remove the swivel nut and arm of the j 44211. See to repeat this exercise for any more valves under treatment, relieve the air of pressure, and remove the j 39313 and the base plate of the j 44211 , then. Lastly, install the Spark Plug, left camshafts and remove en 46326 flywheel holder before installing the Starter motor.