Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Removal Procedure
- Remove the valve rocker arm cover (s). Refer to VALVE ROCKER ARM COVER REPLACEMENT - LEFT or VALVE ROCKER ARM COVER REPLACEMENT - RIGHT .
- Remove the valve rocker arm bolt (s).
- Remove the valve rocker arm (s).
Important: Place the valve train parts in a rack in order to ensure that they are installed in the same location from which they were removed. Intake pushrods are yellow and measure 144.18 mm (5.68 in) long. Exhaust pushrods are green and measure 152.51 mm (6.0 in) long.
Important: Use care when removing the pushrods. Ensure that they do not fall down into the lifter valley.
- Remove the pushrod (s).
- Clean and inspect the valve train components. Refer to VALVE ROCKER ARM AND PUSH RODS CLEANING AND INSPECTION in the Engine Unit Repair Manual.
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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.