Tappets-Hydraulic Roller: Removal: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Dodge Magnum, 2008 Dodge Charger, and 2008 Chrysler 300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
- Remove the air cleaner Refer to SYSTEM-AIR INTAKE .
- Remove intake manifold. See REMOVAL .
- Remove cylinder head cover. See REMOVAL .
- Remove rocker arm assembly and push rods. See REMOVAL . Identify push rods to ensure installation in original location.
- Remove the cylinder head. See REMOVAL .
1 - TAPPET RETAINER 2 - HYDRAULIC ROLLER TAPPET - Remove bolt from tappet guide holder.
- Remove tappet guide holder.
- Pull tappet out of bore with a twisting motion. If all tappets are to be removed and reused, identify tappets to ensure installation in original location.
- Check camshaft lobes for abnormal wear.