For 1990-2009 cars only
- Mark, sort, and organize the components for assembly.
- Clean the components in cleaning solvent.
- Dry the components with compressed air.
- Inspect the valve lifter pushrod guides for excessive wear.
- Inspect the valve lifter pushrod guides for cracks or damage.
- Inspect the valve lifter for the following:
Caution: Wear safety glasses in order to avoid eye damage.
| • | Broken or damaged clip (1) |
| • | Worn pushrod socket (2) |
| • | Scuffed or worn lifter body (3) |
| • | If the valve lifter shows scuffing or wear, inspect the engine block valve lifter bores for wear. |
| • | Worn roller (4) |
| • | Loose or damaged pin (5) |
| • | Plugged oil hole (6) |
