2005-2009 Kawasaki Brute Force 650/KVF 650 4x4 Service Manual, Page 137Get this manual
ENGINE TOP END 5-29 Valves
Valve Clearance Inspection
Refer to the Valve Clearance Inspection in the Periodic Maintenance chapter
Valve Clearance Adjustment
Refer to the Valve Clearance Adjustment in the Periodic Maintenance chapter
Valve Removal
Remove the cylinder head (see Cylinder Head Removal)OMark and record the valve location so it can be installed in the original position Using the valve spring compressor assembly, remove the valveSpecial ToolsValve Spring Compressor Assembly: 57001 -241 [A] Valve Spring Compressor Adapter, 22: 57001-1202 [8]
Valve Installation
Replace the valve stem oil seal If new valve is to be used, check the valve-to-guide clearance (see this chapter)If there is too little clearance, ream the valve guide (see Valve Guide Installation) If there is too much clearance, install new valve guide (see Valve Guide Removal and Valve Guide Installation) Check the valve seat (see Valve Seat Inspection) Apply thin coat of molybdenum disulfide grease to the valve stem Install each spring so that the closed coil end faces downwardsOThe green paint on the spring faces upwardsValve Stem [A] Oil Seal [8] Spring Seat [C] Spring [D] Retainer [E] Split Keepers [F] Closed Coil End [G]