Valve Lifter Installation

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Fig 1: Identifying Valve Lifters & Guides

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Dip the valve lifters in prelube GM P/N 12345501 (Canadian 992704) or the equivalent.
Install the valve lifters.
Install the valve lifter guides.

NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .

Install the valve lifter guide bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the valve lifter guide bolts to 30 N.m (22 lb ft).