GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes
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Pontiac
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2005
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Bonneville
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Engine
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Engine Mechanical - 4.6L
🢒 Valve Lifter Replacement - Right Side
Removal Procedure
Remove the right valve rocker arms. Refer to
Valve Rocker Arm Replacement - Right Side
.
Remove the stationary hydraulic lash adjusters (SHLA) from the bores.
Clean and inspect the valve lifters. Refer to
Valve Lifters Cleaning and Inspection
.
Installation Procedure
Important:
Do not stroke/cycle the SHLA plunger without oil in the lower pressure chamber.
Fill the SHLA with clean engine oil GM P/N 12378006, or equivalent. Take precautions to prevent scratching the pivot sphere area (1) of the SHLA.
Install the new SHLAs into the bores.
Install the right valve rocker arms. Refer to
Valve Rocker Arm Replacement - Right Side
.