Valve Lifters and Guides Cleaning and Inspection
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 GMC Sierra and 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Mark, sort, and organize the components for assembly.CAUTION: Refer to SAFETY GLASSES CAUTION .
- Clean the components in cleaning solvent.
- Dry the components with compressed air.
- Inspect the valve lifter pushrod guides for excessive wear.
- Inspect the valve lifter pushrod guides for cracks or damage.
- Inspect the valve lifter for the following:
- Broken or damaged clip (1)
- Worn pushrod socket (2)
- Scuffed or worn lifter body (3)
If the valve lifter shows scuffing or wear, inspect the engine block valve lifter bores for wear.
- Worn roller (4)
- Loose or damaged pin (5)
- Plugged oil hole (6)