Valve Lifters: Installation
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.
NOTE:
When reusing valve lifters, install the lifters to their original locations.
- Lubricate the valve lifters and engine block lifter bores with clean engine oil. Insert the lifter into the lifter guides. See Figure. Align the flat area on top of the lifter with the flat area in the lifter guide bore. Push the lifter completely into the guide bore.
- Install the valve lifters and guide to the engine block. Install the valve lifter guide bolt. Tighten the valve lifter guide bolt to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
- Install the cylinder head. See CYLINDER HEADS .