Valve Lifter Removal

Tools Required 

J 3049-A  Valve Lifter Remover

1. Remove the valve lifter guide bolts (211).
2. Remove the valve lifters and guide.
Fig 1: View Of Valve Lifters, Guide & Guide Bolts
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IMPORTANT: Some valve lifters may be stuck in their bores because of gum or varnish deposits.
3. Use the J 3049-A  or equivalent in order to remove the valve lifters, if required.
Fig 2: Using J 3049-A To Remove The Stuck Valve Lifters
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4. Remove the valve lifters from the guide.
Fig 3: View Of Valve Lifters & Lifter Guides
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5. Organize or mark the components so that they can be installed in the same location from which they were removed. Refer to Separating Parts .