33. Valve Rocker Arm and Push Rod Clean and Inspect

Valve Rocker Arm and Push Rods Cleaning and Inspection





Important: Parts that are to be reused must be marked, sorted or organized for assembly.

1. Mark, sort, or organize the components for assembly.
2. Clean the components with cleaning solvent.

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

3. Dry the components with compressed air.
4. Inspect the valve rocker arms bearings for binding or roughness.
5. Inspect the valve rocker arm pushrod sockets and valve stem mating surfaces. These surfaces should be smooth with no scoring or exceptional wear.
6. Inspect the rocker arm pedestals and mounting bosses on the cylinder head for damage.





7. Inspect the pushrods for worn or scored ends. These surfaces should be smooth with no scoring or exceptional wear.
8. Inspect the pushrods for bends. Roll the pushrod on a flat surface to determine if the pushrod is bent.
9. Inspect the pushrod oil passages for restrictions.