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Installation Procedure

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  1. Fill the stationary hydraulic lash adjuster (SHLA) with clean engine oil and lubricate the all outer surfaces. Take precautions to prevent scratching the head area (1) of the adjuster.
  2. Lubricate the lash adjuster bore in the cylinder head with clean engine oil.
    Fig 1: Identifying Stationary Hydraulic Lash Adjuster Head
    G01816897Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install the lash adjuster in the cylinder head.
  4. Install the left (front) valve rocker arm(s). Refer to Valve Rocker Arm Replacement- Left .
    Fig 2: Installing Stationary Hydraulic Lash Adjuster
    G01816898Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.