Valve Lifters and Guides Clean and Inspect

IMPORTANT: Parts that are to be reused must remain sorted or organized in order to return them to their original location.

IMPORTANT: Disassembly of the valve lifter(s) is not recommended.





1. Clean the components in cleaning solvent.

CAUTION: Wear safety glasses in order to avoid eye damage.

2. Dry the components with compressed air.
3. Inspect the valve lifters for the following:
- A damaged, mispositioned or broken clip (1)
- A scored or worn pushrod socket (2)
- A severely scuffed or worn lifter body (3)
If the valve lifter body shows scuffing or wear, inspect the engine block valve lifter bores for wear or damage.

- Flat spots on the roller (4)
- A loose pin (5)
- A plugged oil hole (6)

4. If flat spots are found on the lifter(s), inspect the corresponding lobe on the camshaft for damage.





5. Inspect the valve lifter guides for the following:
- Excessive guide slot side wear
- Cracks or damage





6. Inspect the valve lifter guide retainer for the following:
- Wear, damage, or stress cracking in the leg areas
- Wear or damage around the retainer bolt holes