Rocker Arms & Push Rods: Inspection
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Pontiac Firebird and 2002 Chevrolet Camaro. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Mark, sort, or organize the components for assembly. Clean the components with cleaning solvent. Dry the components with compressed air.
- Inspect the valve rocker arms bearings for binding or roughness. Inspect the valve rocker arm pushrod sockets and valve stem mating surfaces. These surfaces should be smooth with no scoring or exceptional wear.
- Inspect the pushrods for worn or scored ends. These surfaces should be smooth with no scoring or exceptional wear. Inspect the pushrods for bends. Roll the pushrod on a flat surface to determine if the pushrod is bent.
- Inspect the pushrod oil passages for restrictions. Inspect the pivot supports for cracks, wear, or other damage.