7. CYLINDER HEAD/VALVES ATV 150/125 CYLINDER HEAD ASSEMBLY Install the valve spring seats and valve stem seals. Be sure to install new valve stem seals. Lubricate each valve stem with engine oil and insert the valves into the valve guides. Install the valve springs and retainers. Valve Spring Compressor Compress the valve springs using the valve spring compressor, then install the valve cotters. · When assembling, a valve spring compressor must be used. · Install the cotters with the pointed ends facing down from the upper side of the cylinder head. Special tool: Valve Spring Compressor E040 Tap the valve stems gently with a plastic hammer for 23 times to firmly seat the cotters. Be careful not to damage the valves. Dowel Pins Gasket CYLINDER HEAD INSTALLATION Install the dowel pins and a new cylinder head gasket. Install the cam chain guide. Cam Chain Guide 7-10