Rocker Arms: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Jeep Liberty. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
This procedure is for in-vehicle service with camshafts installed.
- Remove cylinder head cover. (Refer to ENGINE/CYLINDER HEAD/CYLINDER HEAD COVER(S) - REMOVAL)
- Remove fuel rail. (Refer to FUEL SYSTEM/FUEL DELIVERY/FUEL RAIL - REMOVAL)
- Remove spark plugs.
- Rotate engine until the camshaft lobe, on the follower being removed, is position on its base circle (heel). Also, the piston should be a minimum of 6.3 mm (0.25 in) below TDC position. CAUTION: If cam follower assemblies are to be reused, always mark position for reassembly in their original positions.
- Using Special Tools 8215 and 8436 slowly depress valve assembly until rocker arm can be removed. See Fig 1.NOTE: It may be necessary to remove additional brackets or components to allow clearance for tool handle movement.
- Repeat removal procedure for each rocker arm.
| 1 - SPECIAL TOOL 8215 |
| 2 - ROCKER ARM |
| 3 - SPECIAL TOOL 8436 |