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HOMESERVICE MANUALSBUICK2007RAINIER AWD V8-5.3LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE, COOLING AND EXHAUSTENGINESERVICE AND REPAIROVERHAULREPAIR INSTRUCTIONS19. VALVE LIFTER REMOVAL
2007 Buick Rainier AWD V8-5.3L
19. Valve Lifter Removal
2007 Buick Rainier AWD V8-5.3LSECTION 19. Valve Lifter Removal
Valve Lifter Removal
1. Remove the bolts (211).
2. Remove the guides (210) with lifters.
Note the installed position of the guides. The notched area of the guide is to align with the locating tab of the block.
3. Remove the valve lifters (209, 219) from the guide (210).
4. Organize or mark the components so they can be installed in the same location from which they were removed. The active fuel management lifters (4) are installed into the guide by aligning the notched area of the guide (1) with the raised surface on the side of the lifter (2). Refer to Separating Parts.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.