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Valve Rocker Arm and Push Rod Installation

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Tools Required: J 36660-A  Torque Angle Meter

  1. Install the pushrod guide plate.
  2. Install the push rods.
  3. Install the valve rocker arm bearing retainer.
  4. Coat the valve stem tip and pushrod tip with prelube GM P/N United States 1052367, GM P/N Canada 992869 or the equivalent.
  5. Install the valve rocker arms.
  6. Apply GM P/N United States 12345493, GM P/N Canada 10953488 threadlocker or the equivalent to the valve rocker arm bolt threads.
    Fig 1: Valve Rocker
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  7. Install the valve rocker arm bolts.

    Tighten: 

    Tighten the valve rocker arm bolts to 15 N.m (11 lb ft) + 90 degrees using J 36660-A