Installation Procedure

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Note:

If camshaft replacement is required, the valve lifters must also be replaced.
When reusing valve lifters, install the lifters to their original locations

Fig 1: Valve Lifter Guides & Bolts

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Lubricate the valve lifters (209) and engine block valve lifter bores with clean engine oil.
Insert the valve lifters into the lifter guides (210). Align the flat area on the top of the lifter with the flat area in the lifter guide bore. Push the lifter completely into the guide bore.

Fig 2: Valve Lifter Guides, Cylinder Head & Bolts

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Install the valve lifters and guide (210) to the engine block.

CAUTION:

Refer to Fastener Caution .

Install the valve lifter guide bolts.
Tighten

Tighten the bolt to 12 N.m (106 lb in).
Install the cylinder head and gasket. Refer to Cylinder Head Replacement - Left Side , or Cylinder Head Replacement - Right Side .