Valve Lifter Installation

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IMPORTANT: When using the valve lifters again, install the lifters to their original locations.

If camshaft replacement is required, the valve lifters must also be replaced.

Lubricate the valve lifters and engine block valve lifter bores with clean engine oil.
Insert the valve lifters into the lifter guides.
Align the flat area on the top of the lifter with the flat area in the lifter guide bore. Push the lifter completely into the guide bore.

Fig 1: Valve Lifters & Valve Guides
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Install the valve lifters and guide assembly to the engine block.
NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
Install the valve lifter guide bolt (1).
Tighten

Tighten the valve lifter guide bolt to 12 N.m (106 lb in).

Fig 2: Installing Valve Lifter Guide Bolt
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