So you all deserve an update. The FSM does say to install the seal just before the retainer clips. So, I re-did the first 3 valves plus 5 more tonight. I did it just the way it said and everything went much smoother.
First, remove the spring assembly.
Remove the old seal and clean the valve stem.
Replace the valve assembly using the spring compressor tool.
Using nimble tiny elf fingers, slide the new seal over the stem and down to the lower of the 2 grooves -
see pic. .
Replace the retainer clips -
see pic .
Then gently pull the compressor tool upward so the clips are inside the cap while you simultaneously turn the spring compressor to return the spring to its normal length and position -
see pic .
Thanks for the technical support! You guys are the best!
Jay
