Valve Lifter Cleaning and Inspection
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Inspect the stationary hydraulic lash adjuster (SHLA) in the following areas:
- A plugged oil passage (1)
- A scored or worn camshaft follower pivot area (2)
- A damaged or broken retainer (3), some applications
- A severely scuffed or worn SHLA body (4)
- Replace the SHLA or SHLAs as necessary.
CAUTION:
Refer to Valve Lifter Priming Caution
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