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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1998SUBURBAN K2500, 7.4 J, PART TIMEREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 432 (ENGINE MECHANICAL - 2.2L)REMOVAL AND INSTALLATIONUNIT REPAIR ASSEMBLYINTAKE CAMSHAFT, FOLLOWER, AND VALVE LASH ADJUSTER (UNIT REPAIR) INSTALLATIONINSTALLATION

1998 Chevrolet Suburban K2500, 7.4 J, Part Time

Intake Camshaft, Follower, And Valve Lash Adjuster (Unit Repair) Installation: Installation

1998 Chevrolet Suburban K2500, 7.4 J, Part TimeSECTION Installation

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Lubricate valve lash adjusters.
Install valve lash adjusters into their bores in cylinder head.

Fig 1: Installing Valve Lash Adjusters
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Lubricate valve tips with engine oil supplement.

Fig 2: Lubricating Valve Tips
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IMPORTANT: Used roller followers must be returned to the original position on the camshaft. If the camshaft is being replaced, the roller followers actuated by the camshaft must also be replaced.
Position roller followers on tip of valve stem and on lash adjuster. Lubricate roller followers with engine oil supplement.

Fig 3: Positioning Roller Followers On Tip Of Valve Stem And On Lash Adjuster
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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.