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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHRYSLER2004PT CRUISER TOURING, 2.4 B, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 101 (2.7L)ROCKER ARMSINSTALLATION
2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring, 2.4 B, Automatic

Rocker Arms: Installation

2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring, 2.4 B, AutomaticSECTION Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Dodge Intrepid, 2003 Chrysler Intrepid, and 2003 Chrysler Concorde. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Lubricate rocker arms with clean engine oil before installation.
  2. Rotate engine until cam lobe is on its base circle (heel) of rocker arm being installed.
  3. Using Special Tools 8215 and 8216 Adaptor, depress valve spring only enough to install rocker arm (Figure).
  4. Install rocker arm in original position (if reused) over valve and lash adjuster. Release tension on valve spring.
    NOTE: Inspect rocker arm for proper engagement into lash adjuster and valve tip.
  5. Repeat procedure for each rocker arm installed.
  6. Install cylinder head cover(s). (Refer to INSTALLATION ).
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