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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Generic 🢒 2003 🢒 Unit Repair 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Mechanical - 5.0L and 5.7L 🢒 Valve Rocker Arm and Push Rod Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 182835 Size: SH
  1. Remove the valve rocker arm cover. Refer to Valve Rocker Arm Cover Replacement - Left Side or Valve Rocker Arm Cover Replacement - Right Side.

    2. Important: Store used components in order so that they can be reassembled in the same location.

  2. Remove the valve rocker arm nut (1).
  3. If only the valve pushrod is being replaced, back the valve rocker arm nut off until the valve rocker arm can rotate away from the pushrod.
  4. Then remove the valve pushrod.
  5. Remove the valve rocker arm (3)  with the valve rocker arm ball.

    6. Object Number: 22766 Size: SH
  6. Remove the valve pushrod.
  7. Clean and inspect all parts. Refer to Valve Rocker Arm Cover Clean and Inspect.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 343916 Size: SH
  1. Install the valve pushrods and valve rocker arms. Refer to Valve Rocker Arm and Push Rod Installation.
  2. Adjust the valve lash. Refer to Valve Lash Adjustment.
  3. Install the valve rocker arm covers. Refer to Valve Rocker Arm Cover Replacement - Left Side or Valve Rocker Arm Cover Replacement - Right Side.