Tappet(S), Valve: Removal: Removal

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Fig 1: Inserting The Trough Into Camshaft Bore

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NOTE:

This procedure requires use of Miller Tool (special tool #8502, Remover/Installer) Tappet Replacement Kit.

Remove camshaft. Refer to CAMSHAFT, ENGINE, REMOVAL, 6.7L .
Insert the trough (1) (provided with tool kit) the full length of the camshaft bore. Make sure the cap end goes in first and the open side faces up (towards tappets).

Fig 2: Tappets Secured In Place Using Wooden Dowel Rods
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Remove only one tappet at a time. Remove rubber band from one cylinder pair and attach tappet dowel not being removed to the next cylinder pair.

Fig 3: Lift Dowel Rod To Disengage From Tappet
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Raise dowel rod (disengage from tappet) and allow tappet to fall into trough.
Carefully remove trough (do not rotate) and tappet. If the tappet is not being replaced, mark it so it can be installed in its original location.

Fig 4: Inserting The Trough Into Camshaft Bore
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Re-install trough (1) and repeat procedure on remaining tappets.