Valve Lifters R & I: Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1995 Jeep Grand Cherokee, 1995 Dodge Ram Wagon, 1995 Dodge Ram Van, 1995 Dodge Pickup, and 1995 Dodge Dakota. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Inspect components for damage. Measure lifter O.D. and bore diameter in cylinder block. Determine oil clearance. Clearance must be within specification. See VALVE LIFTERS table under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS. Cylinder block can be bored for oversize lifters.

NOTE: Cylinder block must be marked to indicate oversize valve lifters. See SPECIAL ENGINE MARK under IDENTIFICATION .