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HOMESERVICE MANUALSPONTIAC19876000 STEREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE MECHANICALMECHANICAL2.5L 4-CYL - VINS [R,U]REMOVAL & INSTALLATIONPUSH ROD SIDE COVERINSTALLATION

1987 Pontiac 6000 STE

Push Rod Side Cover: Installation

1987 Pontiac 6000 STESECTION Installation

Clean side cover and cylinder block gasket surfaces. Apply continuous bead of RTV sealer to gasket surface of push rod cover.
Install cover with retaining bolts and tighten. Install intake manifold. Start engine and check for leaks.

Fig 1: Exploded View of Lifter Assembly

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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.