Valve Lifter Replacement - Left Side

Valve Lifter Replacement - Left Side

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the left valve rocker arms. Refer to Valve Rocker Arm Replacement - Left Side (Valve Rocker Arm Replacement - Left Side) .




2. Remove the stationary hydraulic lash adjusters (SHLA) from the bores.
3. Clean and inspect the valve lifters. Refer to Valve Lifters Cleaning and Inspection (Overhaul) .



Installation Procedure






Important: Do not stroke/cycle the stationary hydraulic lash adjuster plunger without oil in the lower pressure chamber.


1. Fill the stationary hydraulic lash adjuster (SHLA) with clean engine oil. Refer to Sealers, Adhesives, and Lubricants (Specifications) . Take precautions to prevent scratching the pivot sphere area (1) of the SHLA.




2. Install the new SHLA's into the bores.
3. Install the left valve rocker arms. Refer to Valve Rocker Arm Replacement - Left Side (Valve Rocker Arm Replacement - Left Side) .