Valve Rocker Arm and Push Rods Clean and Inspect

1. Clean the valve rocker arms and push rods in cleaning solvent.
2. Dry the valve rocker arms and push rods with compressed air.

CAUTION: Wear safety glasses in order to avoid eye damage.

3. Inspect the valve rocker arms for the following conditions:
^ Excessive wear at the valve contact or push rod socket area (1)
^ A loose or damaged pin (2)
^ A worn or damaged roller bearing (2)
The roller should rotate freely with no binding or roughness.
^ The bolt threads for damage





4. Inspect the push rods for the following conditions:
^ Straightness using a straight edge (1)
^ Excessive wear on the push rod ends (3)
^ Clogging of the oil passage (2)

Important: Keep the push rods in order. The intake and exhaust are different lengths. Exhaust is green, intake is yellow.