GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Important: Parts that are to be reused must be marked, sorted or organized for assembly.

  1. Mark, sort, or organize the components for assembly.
  2. Refer to Separating Parts .

  3. Clean the components with cleaning solvent.
  4. Caution: Wear safety glasses in order to avoid eye damage.

  5. Dry the components with compressed air.

  6. Object Number: 64171  Size: SH
  7. Inspect the valve rocker arms bearings for binding or roughness.
  8. Inspect the valve rocker arm pushrod sockets and valve stem mating surfaces. These surfaces should be smooth with no scoring or exceptional wear.

  9. Object Number: 64266  Size: SH
  10. Inspect the pushrods for worn or scored ends. These surfaces should be smooth with no scoring or exceptional wear.
  11. Inspect the pushrods for bends. Roll the pushrod on a flat surface to determine if the pushrod is bent.
  12. Inspect the pushrod oil passages for restrictions.

  13. Object Number: 64178  Size: SH
  14. Inspect the pivot supports for cracks, wear, or other damage.