Polaris Sportsman 800 EFI 4x4 2012 Service Manual page 88

ENGINE
2. Measure free length of spring with a Vernier caliper.
Compare to specifications. Replace spring if
measurement is out of specification.
Valve Spring Free Length:
Std: 1.735" (44.069 mm)
3. Remove valve guide seals.
NOTE: It is recommended to replace seals
whenever the cylinder head is disassembled.
Hardened, cracked or worn valve seals will cause
excessive oil consumption and carbon buildup.
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4. Mark the valves with a white pen. Remove the valves
from the cylinder head. This will ensure that the
valves
reassembly.
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are properly placed during engine