raynon89 |
03-07-2018 02:23 PM |
Valve Seal Replacement
I have 2006 Mazda 5 consuming 1qt of oil every 600-800km's. I have replaced the PCV with no change in oil consumption. While replacing the PCV I could see into the intake side of the cylinder head and I saw what looked like oil running down on the backs of the valves. Also, after examination of the spark plugs, it looks as though every cylinder has been burning oil, but especially cylinder #1 (at least I'm guessing it's #1 - it's the furthest cylinder on the passenger side) So I put everything back together anyway with the new PCV and bought the new seals which have been sitting in my tool cabinet for several months. I am really talented at procrastinating! :-) I've also spent probably over $150 on cheap oil to keep topping it up with. Anyhow, I am just wondering if anyone on here has a step-by-step for the procedure. I have some experience in cylinder head replacement and removing valves, etc. But not on this particular car. I bought a tool that should allow me to remove the seals without removing the head. And I have a couple different ideas as far as keeping the valves from falling into the cylinder. I obviously want to try to do this without removing the head if I can help it. Anyway, yeah, anyone have a link to a step-by-step or video for this? Much appreciated!
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