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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 GMC_Truck 🢒 2007 🢒 Sierra Denali 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Mechanical - 4.3L 🢒 Valve Lifter Removal

Tools Required

J 3049-A Valve Lifter Remover


    Object Number: 328592 Size: SH

    Important: Place the components in a rack so that the components can be reinstalled to their original location.

  1. Remove the bolts and valve lifter pushrod guide.

    2. Object Number: 328593 Size: SH

    Important: Place the valve lifters in the rack in the upright position in order to maintain the oil inside the valve lifters.

  2. Remove the valve lifters.

    3. Object Number: 31350 Size: SH

    Important: Some valve lifters may be stuck in the valve lifter bores because of gum or varnish deposits and may require the use ofJ 3049-A for removal.

  3. Use the J 3049-A in order to remove the stuck valve lifters.