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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

Tools Required

J 3049-A Valve Lifter Remover


    Object Number: 31510  Size: SH
  1. Remove the lower intake manifold. Refer to Intake Manifold Replacement .
  2. Remove the valve pushrods and the valve rocker arms. Refer to Valve Rocker Arm and Push Rod Replacement .

  3. Object Number: 4577  Size: SH
  4. Remove the valve lifter pushrod guide and the bolts.

  5. Object Number: 4578  Size: SH
  6. Remove the valve lifters from the engine block. Refer to Valve Lifter Removal .

  7. Object Number: 31350  Size: SH
  8. Use the J 3049-A in order to remove stuck valve lifters.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 4578  Size: SH

    Important: It is normal for NEW lifters to make a slight ticking noise when the engine is first started. Increasing the engine RPMs slightly to raise oil pressure should stop the noise.

  1. Install the valve lifters to the engine block. Refer to Valve Lifter Installation .

  2. Object Number: 4577  Size: SH
  3. Install the valve lifter pushrod guide. Refer to Valve Lifter Installation .

  4. Object Number: 4045  Size: SH
  5. Install the valve pushrods and valve rocker arms. Refer to Valve Rocker Arm and Push Rod Replacement .

  6. Object Number: 31510  Size: SH
  7. Install the intake manifold. Refer to Intake Manifold Replacement .