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Rocker Arm Replacement

REMOVAL
1. Remove cylinder head cover(s).

Auto Lash Adjuster Retainers:





2. Install Special Tool MD-998443, auto lash adjuster retainers.
3. Remove rocker arm and shaft assembly from cylinder head.
4. Disassemble rocker arm(s) from shafts.

INSTALLATION
1. Assemble rocker arm(s) to shafts.

Rocker Arm Shaft Direction:





2. Apply Mopar(R) Silicone Rubber Adhesive Sealant at bearing cap ends.
3. Install the rocker arm shaft assembly making sure that the arrow mark on the bearing cap and the arrow mark on the cylinder head are in the same direction.

NOTE: The direction of arrow marks on the front and rear assemblies are opposite to each other.

4. Tighten bearing cap bolts in the following order to 10 Nm (85 inch lbs.). First #3, then #2, #1 and #4.
5. Repeat previous step, increasing the torque to 20 Nm (180 inch lbs.).
6. Remove Special Tool MD-998443, auto lash adjuster retainers.
7. Install cylinder head covers.