7. CYLINDER HEAD/VALVES ATV 150/125 CYLINDER HEAD Valve Spring Compressor DISASSEMBLY Remove the valve spring cotters, retainers, springs, spring seats and valve stem seals using a valve spring compressor. · Be sure to compress the valve springs with a valve spring compressor. · Mark all disassembled parts to ensure correct reassembly. Special tool: Valve Spring Compressor Valve Spring Compressor E040 Remove carbon deposits from the combustion chamber. Clean off any gasket material from the cylinder head mating surface. Be careful not to damage the cylinder head mating surface. INSPECTION CYLINDER HEAD Check the spark plug hole and valve areas for cracks. Check the cylinder head for warpage with a straight edge and feeler gauge. Service Limit: 0.05 mm (0.002 in) VALVE /VALVE GUIDE Inspect each valve for bending, burning, scratches or abnormal stem wear. Check valve movement in the guide. Measure each valve stem O.D. 7-8