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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Valve Lifter Guides
    GM406038Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Dip the valve lifters in prelube. Refer to Sealers, Adhesives, and Lubricants  for the correct part number.
  2. Install the valve lifters to the same position the valve lifters were removed.
  3. Install the valve lifter guides.
  4. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  5. Install the valve lifter guide bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 30 N.m (22 lb ft).

  6. Fig 2: Push Rods
    GM153584Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install the push rod guide plates, the push rods, the valve rocker arms, and the bolts. Refer to Valve Rocker Arm and Push Rod Replacement .
  8. Install the lower intake manifold. Refer to Lower Intake Manifold Replacement .
  9. Install the left or the right valve rocker arm cover. Refer to Valve Rocker Arm Cover Replacement - Left Side  or Valve Rocker Arm Cover Replacement - Right Side .