Push Rod Cleaning and Inspection
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Ford Pickup, 2011 Ford F550 Super Duty, 2011 Ford F450 Super Duty, and 2011 Ford Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Thoroughly clean each push rod using a suitable solvent. Dry using filtered, compressed air.
- Inspect each push rod for wear and deposits which may restrict the flow of oil into the rocker arm assembly. Install a new push rod as needed.
- Inspect the ball end of the push rod, if the end does not have a polished look, replace the push rod.