7. Inspect the lifters for scoring or wear.
Lifter Installation
IMPORTANT: Do not install used valve lifters if a new camshaft has been installed.
IMPORTANT: Before installing the valve lifters, coat the camshaft lobes and valve lifters with engine assembly lubricant.
Tube Ref No. Description Where Used Part No.
136
Lubriplate SPO 255 Camshaft lobes and valve lifters Obtain Locally
1. Lubricate and install the valve lifters. Install the valve lifters in their original locations if being reused.
a - Lifter
b - Lifter guide retainer (2)
c - Retainer bolt (8)
Tube Ref No. Description Where Used Part No.
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Lubriplate SPO 255 Valve lifters Obtain Locally
2. Install the lifter guide retainer. Tighten the bolts to the specified torque.
Description
Nm lbāin. lbāft
Valve lifter guide retainer bolt 12 106.2 ā
Oil Pump Drive
Inspection
Inspect the drive gear on the oil pump drive for wear.
Installation
1. Install the oil pump drive in the block. Rotate the shaft to engage the drive with the camshaft and intermediate shaft.
Engine Inspection and Assembly
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