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Removal and Installation

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CAUTION: During engine repair procedures, cleanliness is extremely important. Any foreign material, including any material created while cleaning gasket surfaces, that enters the oil passages, coolant passages or the oil pan can cause engine failure.
  1. Remove the rocker arms. For additional information, refer to ROCKER ARM .
  2. CAUTION: If the push rods are to be reused, they must be installed in their original locations. Mark the push rods for location.
  3. Remove the push rods.
  4. Inspect the push rods. For additional information, refer to ENGINE SYSTEM-GENERAL INFORMATION .
  5. NOTE: Lubricate the push rods with clean engine oil.
  6. To install, reverse the removal procedure.