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Honda Pressure Washer Exhaust Valve Rocker Arm #14441-Z0J-000

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This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the exhaust valve rocker arm on a Honda small engine. The most common reason for replacing the rocker arm is when the engine doesn’t run properly.

All of the information for this timing belt replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Honda, Lawn Boy, Toro, MTD, Cub Cadet

Tools needed: 10mm socket and socket wrench, flathead screwdriver, 13/16 Spark plug wrench, safety razor, torque wrench, 9mm wrench, Hondabond, feeler gauge

Step By Step Instructions

1
Before you replace the exhaust valve rocker arm first make sure the engine has cooled.
2
Next, you should remove the wire and boot from the spark plug to prevent the engine from accidentally starting.
3
Now tip the engine back to a ninety degree angle.
4
Use a 10mm socket to remove the bolts secure the valve cover.
5
Pry the cover off – be prepared for some oil to spill.
6
Use a socket or a spark plug wrench to help remove the spark plug.
7
Confirm that the piston is in the “up” position and that the rocker arms are loose.
8
Now slide the pin out to remove the old rocker arm.
9
You’re now ready to install the new exhaust valve rocker arm.
10
Confirm that the valve moves freely then align the new rocker arm on the cylinder head mounts and slide in the pin to secure.
11
Use a feeler gauge and the adjustment screw to set the gap between the valve and the rocker arm to manufacturer’s specifications.
12
Replace the spark plug.
13
Be careful not to over tighten the plug.
14
Use a razor to scrape off the old sealer from the valve cover and cylinder head.
15
Clean the sealing surface.
16
Apply new sealant to the valve cover.
17
Now align the cover on the cylinder head and thread the bolts loosely.
18
Tighten the bolts in an alternating pattern and torque them to manufacturer’s specifications.
19
Return the engine to a level position.
20
You’re now ready to reattach the wire and boot to the spark plug and confirm that the engine runs properly.
Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the exhaust valve rocker arm on a Honda small engine. The most common reason for replacing the rocker arm is when the engine doesn’t run properly.

All of the information for this timing belt replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Honda, Lawn Boy, Toro, MTD, Cub Cadet

Tools needed: 10mm socket and socket wrench, flathead screwdriver, 13/16 Spark plug wrench, safety razor, torque wrench, 9mm wrench, Hondabond, feeler gauge
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the exhaust valve rocker arm first make sure the engine has cooled.
2
Next, you should remove the wire and boot from the spark plug to prevent the engine from accidentally starting.
3
Now tip the engine back to a ninety degree angle.
4
Use a 10mm socket to remove the bolts secure the valve cover.
5
Pry the cover off – be prepared for some oil to spill.
6
Use a socket or a spark plug wrench to help remove the spark plug.
7
Confirm that the piston is in the “up” position and that the rocker arms are loose.
8
Now slide the pin out to remove the old rocker arm.
9
You’re now ready to install the new exhaust valve rocker arm.
10
Confirm that the valve moves freely then align the new rocker arm on the cylinder head mounts and slide in the pin to secure.
11
Use a feeler gauge and the adjustment screw to set the gap between the valve and the rocker arm to manufacturer’s specifications.
12
Replace the spark plug.
13
Be careful not to over tighten the plug.
14
Use a razor to scrape off the old sealer from the valve cover and cylinder head.
15
Clean the sealing surface.
16
Apply new sealant to the valve cover.
17
Now align the cover on the cylinder head and thread the bolts loosely.
18
Tighten the bolts in an alternating pattern and torque them to manufacturer’s specifications.
19
Return the engine to a level position.
20
You’re now ready to reattach the wire and boot to the spark plug and confirm that the engine runs properly.

Applicable Product Model

Parts Needed
Recommended Tools and Accessories
Screw
Screw
$2.28
Nut
Nut
$2.62
Total$0.00

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