Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Chevrolet Suburban 3500 HD. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install the valve stem oil seal (4).
- Install the valve spring (3).
- Install the valve spring cap (2) onto the valve spring (3), over the valve stem.
- Use the J-38606 compressor.
- Apply steady pressure on the valve spring cap until the valve key groves are accessible.
- Install the valve stem keys.
- Carefully release the valve spring pressure, making sure the valve stem keys stay in place.
- Remove the J-38606
compressor.
- Look to ensure that the valve stem keys seat properly in the upper groove of the valve stem.
- Tap the end of the valve stem with a plastic faced hammer in order to seat the valve stem keys, if necessary.
- Remove the J-22794 adapter.
- Install the spark plugs. Refer to Spark Plug Replacement .
- Install the valve rocker arms. Refer to Valve Rocker Arm and Push Rod Replacement .
CAUTION:
Completely engage the J 38606 jaws on the valve spring. The J 38606 may slip off and scratch the valve spring. Replace the valve spring if the valve spring becomes scratched.
NOTE:
Use grease in order to hold the valve stem keys in place.
CAUTION:
The valve stem keys must correctly seat in the valve spring cap. Engine damage may occur by not installing properly.