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1. Remove cylinder head cover(s). Cylinder Head Cover - Removal

CAUTION: Always rotate engine by turning the crankshaft. Failure to do so will result in valve and/or piston damage.

2. Rotate engine until the cam lobe is on its base circle (heel), on the rocker arm being removed.




CAUTION: Depress valve spring only enough to remove rocker arm.

3. Using Special Tools 8215-A (1) and 8216-A (2) Adaptor, depress valve spring only enough to release tension on rocker arm.
4. Remove rocker arm from cylinder head.

CAUTION: If rocker arms are to be reused, identify position of rocker arms for reassembly in their original positions.

5. Repeat procedure for each rocker arm removed.
6. Inspect the rocker arm for wear or damage. Testing and Inspection