Valve Rocker Arm, Shaft & Push Rod: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 GMC Sierra, 2003 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2003 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove lower valve rocker arm covers. See VALVE ROCKER ARM COVERS . Loosen valve clearance lock nuts on each rocker arm. Loosen valve clearance adjusting screw on each rocker arm to relieve tension on valve train.
- Loosen rocker arm shaft assembly bolts in proper sequence. Leave bolts in rocker arm shaft brackets. Remove rocker arm shaft assembly from cylinder head.
- Remove valve bridge pins. Remove valve bridges. Remove valve push rods. Clean all parts in a suitable cleaning solvent.
NOTE:
The valve rocker arm bolts retain rocker arms on shaft. Do not remove bolts from rocker arm shaft brackets.