568687 | Exhaust Valve Guide - 2.25 & 2.5 Petrol | Defender, Series 2, Series 3
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Land Rover Part Number: 568687 - Exhaust Valve Guide
568687 is an exhaust valve guide fitted into the cylinder head of 2.25L and 2.5L 4-cylinder petrol engines; it supports the exhaust valve stem to maintain correct alignment and assist heat transfer between the valve and cylinder head during operation.
Please note: May require reaming to fit.
Compatibility
- Defender (1987-2006) - 2.25 Petrol (4-cylinder)
- Defender (1987-2006) - 2.5 Petrol (4-cylinder)
- Series 2 - 2.5 Petrol (4-cylinder)
- Series 3 - 2.5 Petrol (4-cylinder)
Frequently Asked Questions
The 568687 exhaust valve guide locates and supports the exhaust valve stem within the cylinder head to maintain alignment and aid heat transfer. Worn guides can cause increased valve stem movement, oil leakage past the valve stem and poor sealing; they are typically inspected during valve or head work. Note that these guides may require reaming to achieve the correct clearance during installation.
| Model | Variant |
|---|---|
| Land Rover Defender (1987-2006) | 2.25 Petrol (4-cylinder) |
| Land Rover Defender (1987-2006) | 2.5 Petrol (4-cylinder) |
| Land Rover Series 2 | 2.5 Petrol (4-cylinder) |
| Land Rover Series 3 | 2.5 Petrol (4-cylinder) |
If you are unsure of compatibility with your vehicle, you can also confirm by checking against your V.I.N. Simply reach out to us with your V.I.N and desired part number via our Contact page or use our Finding Part Numbers page.
Inspect valve guides during any cylinder head or valve service and replace them if there is excessive valve stem side-play, oil leakage related to guide wear, or as part of a full head rebuild.
- C8 products are usually supplied by Britpart.
- L8 products are genuine Land Rover parts.
- Z8 products are normally supplied by Allmakes.
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