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Special Tools

J 3049-A Valve Lifter Remover

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 1403318  Size: SH
  1. Remove the cylinder head. Refer to Cylinder Head Replacement - Left Side or Cylinder Head Replacement - Right Side.
  2. Remove the guide bolts (211).
  3. Remove the guides (210) with lifters.
  4. Note the installed position of the guides. The notched area of the guide is to align with the locating tab on the block.


    Object Number: 1403319  Size: SH
  5. Remove the valve lifters (209) from the guide (210).
  6. Organize or mark the components so they can be installed in the same location from which they were removed. Refer to Separating Parts.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 1403319  Size: SH

    Important: 

       • When using the valve lifters again, install the lifters to their original locations.
       • If camshaft replacement is required, the valve lifters must also be replaced.

  1. Lubricate the valve lifters (209) and engine block valve lifter bores with clean engine oil.
  2. Insert the valve lifters into the lifter guides (210).
  3. Align the flat area on the top of the lifter with the flat area in the lifter guide bore. Push the lifter completely into the guide bore.


    Object Number: 1403318  Size: SH
  4. Install the valve lifters and guide assembly (210) to the engine block.
  5. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  6. Install the valve lifter guide bolts (211).
  7. Tighten
    Tighten the valve lifter guide bolts to 10 N·m (89 lb in).

  8. Install the cylinder head. Refer to Cylinder Head Replacement - Left Side or Cylinder Head Replacement - Right Side.