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Installation Procedure

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  1. Dip the valve lifters in prelube GM P/N 12345501 (Canadian P/N 992704) or equivalent.
  2. Install the valve lifters to the same position the valve lifters were removed.
  3. Install the valve lifter guides.
    4. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  4. Install the valve lifter guide bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 30 N.m (22 lb ft).

    5. Fig 1: Valve Lifter Guide Bolts
    GM406038Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the push rod guide plates, the push rods, the valve rocker arms, and the bolts. Refer to Valve Rocker Arm and Push Rod Replacement .
    6. Fig 2: Identifying Rocker Arm Bolts
    GM153584Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the lower intake manifold. Refer to Intake Manifold Replacement - Lower (L26)  or Intake Manifold Replacement - Lower (L32) .
  7. Install the left or the right valve rocker arm cover. Refer to Valve Rocker Arm Cover Replacement - Left  or Valve Rocker Arm Cover Replacement - Right .
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