Yamaha Vmax VMX17C 2009 Service Manual page 309

5. To secure the valve cotters onto the valve
stem, lightly tap the valve tip with a soft-face
hammer.
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NOTICE
Hitting the valve tip with excessive force
could damage the valve.
6. Lubricate:
• Valve pad
(with the recommended lubricant)
Recommended lubricant
Molybdenum disulfide oil
• Valve lifter
(with the recommended lubricant)
Recommended lubricant
Engine oil
7. Install:
• Valve pad
• Valve lifter
TIP
• The valve lifter must move smoothly when ro-
tated with a finger.
• Each valve lifter and valve pad must be rein-
stalled in its original position.
VALVES AND VALVE SPRINGS
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