Removal Procedure
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- Remove the valve rocker arm cover. Refer to Valve Rocker Arm Cover Replacement - Left or Valve Rocker Arm Cover Replacement - Right .
- Remove the valve rocker arm bolts.
- Remove the valve rocker arms.
- Remove the valve rocker arm pivot support.
- Remove the pushrods.
- Clean and inspect the valve rocker arms and pushrods. Refer to Valve Rocker Arm and Push Rods Cleaning and Inspection in Engine Mechanical - 4.8L, 5.3L, and 6.0L Unit Repair.
IMPORTANT:
Place the valve rocker arms, pushrods, and pivot support, in a rack so that the can be installed in the same location from which they were removed.