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Replacement of Valve Guide Seals

Model: Citroen Xsara MK 1 - Years: 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006
Part: Engine

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Replacing the valve guide seals is a relatively simple task, but you need the right tools: a suitably shaped arch clamp is required to compress the valve return spring and then release the retaining half-shells to extract the valve; at this point, remove the old seal with the appropriate extractor and insert the new one, properly lubricated; finally, insert the valve (ensure there are no deposits on the valve seat and the valve itself), compress the return spring with the arch clamp, and insert the retainer and half-shells for the stem.


Updated on 12 February 2026 by ScegliAuto


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