Removal Procedure
- Remove the cylinder head and gasket. Refer to Cylinder Head Replacement - Left Side or Cylinder Head Replacement - Right Side .
- Remove the valve lifter guide bolts (211).
- Remove the valve lifters and guide (210).
- Use J 3049-A Valve Lifter Remover or equivalent in order to remove the valve lifters (if required).
- Remove the valve lifters (209) from the guide (210).
- Organize or mark the components so that they can be installed in the same location from which they were removed.
- Clean and inspect the valve lifters. Refer to Valve Lifter and Guide Cleaning and Inspection .
NOTE:
Some valve lifters may be stuck in their bores because of gum or varnish deposits.