Valve Lifter Replacement

- Tools Required
- J-42069 Alignment Tool Kit
- J-35268-A Camshaft/Front Main Seal Installer
- J-42098 Crank Hub Torx Socket
- SA9140 Torque Angle Gauge
- J-43914 Hose Clamp Pliers

REMOVAL





1. Disconnect negative battery cable.
2. Remove air cleaner assembly.
3. Remove intake manifold. Refer to "Intake Manifold Replacement".





4. Remove relevant camshaft cover. Refer to "Camshaft Cover Replacement".





5. Remove front timing belt cover. Refer to "Timing Belt Cover Replacement".
6. Remove timing belt. Refer to "Timing Belt Replacement".
7. Remove relevant camshaft gear(s). Refer to "Camshaft Drive Sprocket Replacement".
8. Remove relevant camshaft(s) with seal attached. Refer to "Camshaft Replacement".





9. Remove lifter(s). Use magnet to lift out lifter(s). Place lifter(s) in rack sequentially so they can be reinstalled in their original order if lifter(s) is/are to be reused.

INSTALLATION





1. Lubricate lifter(s) with clean engine oil.
2. Install lifter(s) in their original position if not replaced.





3. Install relevant camshaft(s). Refer to "Camshaft Replacement".





4. Coat lip of camshaft seal with a small amount clean engine oil to aid in installation.
5. Use J-35268-A to install seal.
6. Ensure that camshaft seal is fully and evenly seated.





7. Install relevant camshaft gear(s). Refer to "Camshaft Drive Sprocket Replacement".





8. Install timing belt and adjust timing belt. Refer to "Timing Belt Replacement".
9. Install front timing belt cover. Refer to "Timing Belt Cover Replacement".





10. Install relevant camshaft cover. Refer to "Camshaft Cover Replacement".





11. Install intake manifold. Refer to "Intake Manifold Replacement".
12. Install air cleaner assembly.
13. Reconnect negative battery cable.