Installing Hydraulic Tappets

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When installing the camshafts, make sure that the rocker arms do not slip off the valve pressure face .

Assemble hydraulic tappet, rocker arm and safety clip.
1. 1.1. Make sure that the hydraulic tappet and rocker arm are joined correctly with the safety clips -1 and 2- .
  
  Fig 1: Identifying Rocker Arm/Hydraulic Tappet Assembly
  Courtesy of PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Oil the components. Install hydraulic tappet and rocker arm. Make sure that the safety clip does not slip out of place during installation.
1. 2.1. The pressure face of the rocker arm -3- must be positioned on the valve pressure face. This can slip out of place during subsequent installation of the camshaft.
  
  Fig 2: Identifying Rocker Arm And Hydraulic Tappet Installation Position
  Courtesy of PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.