Hydraulic Lash Adjusters Removal / Installation - 3.0L

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Mazda B3000. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE:

For a valve train noise concern, inspect the valve-to-rocker arm clearance and rocker arms and push rods for wear. See the .

Disconnect the negative battery cable. See BATTERY DISCONNECT .
Drain the engine cooling system. See ENGINE COOLANT REPLACEMENT -- 3.0L .
Remove the lower intake manifold. See INTAKE MANIFOLD LOWER REMOVAL / INSTALLATION - 3.0L , .
Remove the rocker arms and the push rods.

Fig 1: Rocker Arms Bolts With Torque Specifications
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Remove the tappet guide plate retainer.

Fig 2: Locating Tappet Guide Plate Retainer
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Remove the valve tappet guide plates.

Fig 3: Locating Valve Tappet Guide Plates
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Remove the valve tappets.

Fig 4: Locating Valve Tappets
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Install in the reverse order of removal.

Lubricate the valve tappets and the valve tappet bores with clean engine oil prior to installation.
Tightening Torque 12 N.m {9 lb-ft}