Rocker Arms & Push Rods: Removal
- Disconnect negative battery cable. Remove serpentine belt. For left (front) valve cover removal, remove alternator brace and spark plug wires.
- For right (rear) valve cover removal, loosen power steering pump bolts and move pump forward. Remove power steering pump braces. Remove EGR pipe, EGR valve and adapter from throttle body adapter.
- Remove spark plug wires and valve cover. Remove rocker arm pedestal bolts. Remove rocker arms and components. See Fig 1. Mark component location for reassembly reference.
CAUTION:
Rocker arm assembly location must be marked for reassembly reference. Components must be installed in original location.