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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO EXTENDED, 5.7 R, L31/KL8REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT VARIANT/TRIMSECTION 11 (ENGINE MECHANICAL - 4.3L UNIT REPAIR)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSVALVE LIFTER REMOVAL
2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 R, L31/KL8

Valve Lifter Removal

2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 R, L31/KL8SECTION Valve Lifter Removal
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Tools Required 

J 3049-A  Valve Lifter Remover

Important:  Place the components in a rack so that the components can be reinstalled to their original location.

  1. Remove the bolts and valve lifter pushrod guide.
    Fig 1: Valve Lifter Pushrod Guide
    G02502795Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Important:  Place the valve lifters in the rack in the upright position in order to maintain the oil inside the valve lifters.

  2. Remove the valve lifters.
    Fig 2: Valve Lifters
    G02502796Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Important:  Some valve lifters may be stuck in the valve lifter bores because of gum or varnish deposits and may require the use of J 3049-A  for removal.

  3. Use the J 3049-A  in order to remove the stuck valve lifters.
    Fig 3: Valve Lifters
    G02502797Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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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.