Push Rod: Service and Repair

Valve Rocker Arm and Push Rod Replacement

Removal Procedure




1. Remove the valve rocker arm covers. Refer to Valve Rocker Arm Cover Replacement - Left Side Valve Rocker Arm Cover Replacement - Left Side or Valve Rocker Arm Cover Replacement - Right Side Valve Rocker Arm Cover Replacement - Right Side.
2. Remove the rocker arm bolts.
3. Remove the rocker arms.
4. Remove the pushrods.

* The intake push rods measure 147.51 mm (5.81 in).
* The exhaust push rods measure 154.87 mm (6.1 in).

Installation Procedure




1. Coat the ends of the pushrods using prelube. Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers.
2. Install the pushrods.

* The intake pushrods are identified with yellow stripes.
* The exhaust pushrods are identified with green stripes.

3. Ensure that the pushrods seat in the lifter bore.
4. Coat the rocker arm friction surfaces using prelube. Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers.
5. Install the rocker arms.
6. Install the rocker arm bolts. Refer to Valve Rocker Arm and Push Rod Installation 87. Valve Rocker Arm and Push Rod Installation.
7. Install the valve rocker covers. Refer to Valve Rocker Arm Cover Replacement - Left Side Valve Rocker Arm Cover Replacement - Left Side or Valve Rocker Arm Cover Replacement - Right Side Valve Rocker Arm Cover Replacement - Right Side.