Valve Lifter: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Lexus LS 430. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Remove camshafts. See CAMSHAFT . Note location of valve lifters and adjusting shims for installation reference. Carefully remove valve lifters and adjusting shims from cylinder head. DO NOT allow adjusting shims to drop into engine through cylinder head.