Push Rod: Service and Repair

Valve Rocker Arm and Push Rod Replacement

Removal Procedure

1. Disconnect the battery negative cable from the battery. Refer to Battery Cable Replacement (Negative Cable to Engine) Battery Cable Replacement (Negative Cable to Engine)Battery Cable Replacement (Positive Cable) Service and RepairBattery Cable Replacement (Negative Cable to Frame) Battery Cable Replacement (Negative Cable to Frame) in Engine Electrical.




2. Remove the valve rocker arm covers from the cylinder head. Refer to Valve Rocker Arm Cover Replacement Service and Repair.




3. Remove the valve rocker arm bolt from the cylinder head.
Important: If the push rod is the only item to be replaced, loosen the valve rocker arm bolt until the valve rocker arm can be rotated so the push rod can be removed.


Important: Store the valve train components in order so that the components can be reassembled in the same location.


4. Remove the valve rocker arm and guide from the cylinder head.




5. Remove the pushrod from the engine block.

Installation Procedure

Important: Make sure that the pushrod is properly seated in the valve lifter.





1. Install the pushrod into the engine block.
2. Install the valve rocker arm and guide.





Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Important: When a new valve rocker arm and balls are installed, coat the bearing surfaces with clean engine oil.


3. Install the valve rocker arm bolt to the cylinder head.

Tighten The bolts to 54 Nm (40 lb ft).




4. Install the valve rocker arm cover to the cylinder head. Refer to Valve Rocker Arm Cover Replacement Service and Repair.
5. Connect the battery negative to the battery. Refer to Battery Cable Replacement (Negative Cable to Engine) Battery Cable Replacement (Negative Cable to Engine)Battery Cable Replacement (Positive Cable) Service and RepairBattery Cable Replacement (Negative Cable to Frame) Battery Cable Replacement (Negative Cable to Frame) in Engine Electrical.