Kia Forte: Cylinder Head Reassembly
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Thoroughly clean all parts to be assembled.
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Before installing the parts, apply fresh engine oil to
all sliding and rotating surface.
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Replace oil seals with new ones.
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Install the valves.
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Using the SST (09222-2E000), push in a new stem seal (A).
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Do not reuse old valve stem seals.
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Incorrect installation of the seal could
result in oil leakage past the valve guides.
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Install the valve, valve spring and spring retainer.
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Place the valve springs so that the side coated
with enamel faces toward the valve spring retainer and
then installs the retainer.
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Using the SST (09222-3K000, 09222-3K100), compress the
spring and install the retainer locks.
Before releasing the valve spring compressor, ensure that
the retainer locks are correctly in place after pushing down
and releasing the compressor handle 2 ~ 3 times.
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When installing the SST, insert the front support
(A) directly into the bolt hole on the cylinder head.
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Do not press valve retainer more than 12 mm (0.47
in.).
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Cylinder Head
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Inspect for flatness.
Using a precision straight edge and feeler gauge, measure the
contacting surface of the cylinder block and the ma ...
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Thoroughly clean all parts to be assembled.
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License Lamp Removal
1.
Disconnect the negative(-) battery terminal.
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Remove the lens (A) after loosening the mounting screws.
3.
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Engine removal is not required for this procedure.
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Climate control seat (if equipped)
The climate control seat is provided to cool or warm the seat during hot or cold
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While the engine is runn ...
Cylinder Head Inspection
Cylinder Head Installation